The Top Reasons To Pay Off Your Mortgage Before You Retire

November 3, 2022

As you get closer to your retirement age, you should try to discharge as much of your debt as possible. Unfortunately, many people close to the age of retirement still have a significant mortgage balance they need to pay off. What are some of the top reasons why you should pay off your mortgage before you retire?

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Downsizing? Here’s What You Can Expect When You Move From a House to a Condo

November 2, 2022

Whether the kids have moved out or you just aren’t using the extra bedrooms, having a house that feels ‘too big’ is rarely fun. In today’s post, we will share a few changes you can expect when you downsize from a large house to a smaller apartment or condo.

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3 Reasons Why Your First Home Should Be a Spacious One

November 1, 2022

Buying a home for the first time? One of the key considerations you’ll need to make is just how much ‘house’ you want to buy. While going minimal might seem like a good idea to save on costs, having a smaller living space can end up cramping your lifestyle in many ways. Let’s take a look at three great reasons why your first home should be roomy, spacious and luxurious.

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S&P Case-Shiller Home Price Indices: U.S. Home Price Growth Slows in August

October 28, 2022

U.S home price growth slowed for the second consecutive month in August according to S&P Case-Shiller’s national home price index. National home price growth fell by -9.8 percent year-over-year as compared to July’s year-over-year reading of -5.3 percent. Home price growth slowed by -1.1 percent month-to-month from July to August.

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What Do You Need To Know About Home Improvement Loans?

October 27, 2022

Do you want to make some improvements to your house? A home improvement is a great way to make your home more functional, and it could also add value to your home. At the same time, performing a home improvement project can be expensive, and that is where a home improvement loan can be helpful. What do you need to know about them?

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Amortization: What You Need To Know About How Your Loan Is Paid Off

October 26, 2022

This is called an amortization schedule, and it is typically designed in such a way that your last payment pays off your loan down to the penny. How does this impact the life of your loan?

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What Do First-Time Homebuyers Need To Know?

October 25, 2022

If you are purchasing a house for the first time, you are probably excited to imagine what your life might look like in a bunch of different houses. At the same time, the process can be a bit overwhelming.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 24, 2022

October 24, 2022

Last week’s economic reporting included readings from the National Association of Home Builders on national and regional U.S. housing markets. The National Association of Realtors(R) reported on sales of previously-owned homes, and the Commerce Department released readings on building permits issued and housing starts. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released.

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Refinancing A Mortgage: How Does This Work?

October 21, 2022

If your financial situation has changed, you might be interested in refinancing your mortgage. In general, refinancing means that you will replace your current mortgage with a new one.

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What To Know About Flood Insurance

October 20, 2022

Flooding can happen in any location at any time. Even though many people associate floods with coastal properties, flooding can take place inland as well

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