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10 Tips to Secure the Best Interest Rate on your Mortgage

Article originally published December 13th, 2017. Updated February 16th, 2023. Buying a home is an extensive process. It includes marshaling your assets, reviewing your credit—and potentially trying to improve it—and shopping for a house that meets your wants and needs. That’s all before you enter the process of applying for a mortgage and considering your... Read More

| February 16, 2023

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How Your Parents' Support Can Hurt Your Chances of Buying a Home

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How Your Parents’ Help Could Hurt Your Chances of Buying a Home
Getting a mortgage will probably be the largest transaction of yo... Read More

February 25, 2015

We Aren't Buying Many New Homes, We're Borrowing Against the Ones We Already Own

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We Aren’t Buying Many New Homes, We’re Borrowing Against the Ones We Already Own
Compared to 2012 and 2013, mortgage activity was pretty subdued i... Read More

February 23, 2015

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4 Tips for Selling Your Home Without a Realtor
Buying a home is the biggest financial investment most people exp... Read More

February 22, 2015

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The 6 Worst Mortgage Mistakes You Can Make
Is your house your castle or an albatross? Your answer might depe... Read More

February 21, 2015

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The Unexpected Ways Refinancing Can Save You Money
Refinancing your home can help lower your monthly mortgage paymen... Read More

February 21, 2015

The Tax Deduction That Could Kill Your Homebuying Chances

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The Tax Deduction That Could Kill Your Homebuying Chances
If you’re planning on getting a mortgage, you may want to ... Read More

February 18, 2015