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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

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Why Do People Rent?
Homeownership is one of the holy grails of adult life. Or is it? ... Read More

July 18, 2019

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What’s a 15 vs. 30-Year Mortgage?
Mortgages come in different flavors—conventional fixed-rate, ad... Read More

March 20, 2019

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How Bad Credit Can Make Your Mortgage More Expensive
Borrowers who come to the table with lower credit scores can find... Read More

February 28, 2019

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Understanding Mortgage Points
Mortgage points are fees paid with your the closing costs on your... Read More

February 27, 2019

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Guidelines to Refinance a Mortgage
You’ve heard about the benefits that can come from a mortgage r... Read More

February 26, 2019

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A 15-Year Mortgage Can Save You $154K—But Can You Get One?
Is a 15-year fixed mortgage worth it? The answer, absolutely. A s... Read More

February 25, 2019