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Will Paying Off Your Mortgage Hurt Your Credit?

It's a big relief to finally pay off your mortgage, but could doing so hurt your credit?

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Will Paying Off Your Mortgage Hurt Your Credit?
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Will Paying Off Your Mortgage Hurt Your Credit?

It's a big relief to finally pay off your mortgage, but could doing so hurt your credit?

Scott Sheldon

A Guide to Shopping for a Mortgage Online
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A Guide to Shopping for a Mortgage Online

Applying for an online mortgage or home refinance is a little different from what you may be accustomed to — and many customers prefer it that way.

Gerri Detweiler

A Guide to Getting a Mortgage After You've Had a Loan Modification
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A Guide to Getting a Mortgage After You've Had a Loan Modification

If you've had a home loan modification, you'll need to meet certain requirements to be eligible for a new mortgage.

Scott Sheldon

5 Steps to Getting a VA Loan
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5 Steps to Getting a VA Loan

VA loans aren’t the answer for every veteran. But they can make a huge difference, especially for those who might otherwise struggle to land a home loan.

Chris Birk

Boomerang Buyers: Is There Homeownership After Foreclosure?
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Boomerang Buyers: Is There Homeownership After Foreclosure?

The first wave of consumers who lost their homes to foreclosure from 2007 might be ready to dip their toes back into the housing market.

Bob Sullivan

2 Strategies for Buying a Home When You're in Debt
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2 Strategies for Buying a Home When You're in Debt

2 Strategies for Buying a Home When You're in Debt

Scott Sheldon

6 Fees to Look Out for When Buying a Home
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6 Fees to Look Out for When Buying a Home

Obtaining a mortgage to buy a home, or to refinance one you already own, is not cheap. Here are the fees you'll likely have to pay upfront and at closing.

Scott Sheldon

Can You Pay Your Mortgage With a Credit Card?
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Can You Pay Your Mortgage With a Credit Card?

Sometimes, lenders allow you to pay one debt with another, but there are a lot of things to know before you charge a mortgage.

Christine DiGangi

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 rethink your tax deductions.

Scott Sheldon

I Have Unpaid Debt on My Credit Report. Can I Still Get a Mortgage?
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I Have Unpaid Debt on My Credit Report. Can I Still Get a Mortgage?

Do you have unpaid debt, but want a mortgage? Here’s a closer look at how your bad debts can come into play during the home loan process.

Chris Birk

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