Financing

Why waiting to buy could cost you

Why Waiting to Buy a Home Could Cost You a Small Fortune Many people are sitting on the fence trying to decide if now’s the time to buy a home. Some...
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Should you keep renting or buy a home?

With interest rates staying low and rent increasing, many renters are thinking about buying a home. Buying a home is a major decision and it may or may not be...
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How long does it take to buy a home?

When it comes to buying  a home, there aren’t really any shortcuts. And right now, it can take some time to get into a new home. Right now we are...
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How soon can you sell after you buy and not pay capital gains tax?

With property values rising and mortgage interest rates falling the last few years you might think about selling your current home and buying another with the profits… or maybe you...
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Mortgage Lingo! Terms to know before you apply

Applying for a mortgage can be stressful, even if we try to make it as easy as possible. Then there is a new language to learn! Not really a new...
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Homeownership and financial benefits

Homeownership Is Full of Financial Benefits A Fannie Mae survey recently revealed some of the most highly-rated benefits of homeownership, which continue to be key drivers in today’s power-packed housing market. Here are...
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Home values are skyrocketing… is it time to stop paying PMI?

Home values are skyrocketing! If you bought your home in the last 5 years with conventional financing and less than a 20% down payment there is a good chance you...
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Credit report tips

One of the questions I get asked a lot is how long something will stay on my credit report. The safe answer is “It depends”. Some will answer 7 years...
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