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Understanding Assets and Their Role in Obtaining a Mortgage in Today's Market

Understanding Assets and Their Role in Obtaining a Mortgage in Today's Market

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When dealing with the prospect of buying a home, assets can be one of the most important pieces of the

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5 Ways to Save Money when Moving into Your New Home

5 Ways to Save Money when Moving into Your New Home

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After making the costly investment in a new home, the last thing you want to do is spend a penny more than

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The Home-Buying Equation To Simplify Your Process

The Home-Buying Equation To Simplify Your Process

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Buying a home for the first time can seem daunting. One way to alleviate the process is to organize your

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Low Mortgage Rates Continue to Spur Refinancing

Low Mortgage Rates Continue to Spur Refinancing

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Average fixed mortgage rates moved slightly lower for the week. helping to spur ongoing refinance activity,

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Late Summer Seasonal Maintenance Tips for New Home Owners

Late Summer Seasonal Maintenance Tips for New Home Owners

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With the start of September, summer is nearing its end and Fall is fast approaching. With the beginning of

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End-of-Summer Tips for Renovations and Refinancing

End-of-Summer Tips for Renovations and Refinancing

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Just because summer is nearly over, doesn’t mean your home improvement projects need to come to a halt

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Plan-Ahead Tips for Property Owners Preparing for Hermine

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Preparation is vital for property owners that stand to be impacted by an impending storm—so much so

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FHFA Streamlines Refinance Offering for High LTV Borrowers

FHFA Streamlines Refinance Offering for High LTV Borrowers

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The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) recently announced that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the

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5 Credit Myths Debunked

5 Credit Myths Debunked

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Credit scores and mortgage rates go hand-in-hand. Borrowers with high credit scores tend to get lower

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4 Refinancing Tips You Can't Afford to Ignore

4 Refinancing Tips You Can't Afford to Ignore

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Refinance are up 55% compared to this time last year! As mortgage rates this August remain at historic lows.

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High-Tech Home Renovations With a Cash-Out Refinance

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More houses are turning into high-tech hubs of connectivity and convenience. Technology, in fact, has become

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Planting the Seeds to Grow Your Down Payment Savings this Summer!

Planting the Seeds to Grow Your Down Payment Savings this Summer!

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A down payment is an initial payment made by a homebuyer with financing, generally ranging from 5 to 20

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Cheaper by the Dozen: Homebuying Tips for Large Families

Cheaper by the Dozen: Homebuying Tips for Large Families

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Having a large family can be a source of joy and pride for both you and your several children. However, it

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Brexit Vote Drives down Mortgage Rates, Results Show

Brexit Vote Drives down Mortgage Rates, Results Show

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Slow growth in China and the Brexit vote in the U.K., have played a major role in driving down mortgage

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Latest News: Mortgage Rates Keep Housing on Track

Latest News: Mortgage Rates Keep Housing on Track

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Numbers from the most recent housing reports from June show that low mortgage rates are keeping housing on

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