Buying a Home This Fall? Here’s How Your Choice of Neighborhood Will Impact Your Mortgage

October 15, 2015

If you’re planning to buy a home in the next few months, you’ll want to ensure you choose a great neighborhood to live in – not just because it can improve your quality of life, but also because it can help you get a mortgage.

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How Much Should You Budget for Closing Costs? Let’s Take a Look

October 14, 2015

If you’re in the market for a new home, you’re probably trying to budget for all of the expenses that come with a home purchase. After all, the asking price isn’t necessarily the entire amount that you’ll pay – there are other expenses that will factor in to the final price. One such expense is your closing costs.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 13, 2015

October 13, 2015

Last week’s economic reports included the Federal Open Market Committee Meeting Minutes and Weekly Jobless Claims. Also, the new mortgage TRID rules went into effect. Here are the details:

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Looking for an Eco-friendly Upgrade? Try These Easy Ways to Save Water Around the Home

October 9, 2015

While there are many simple tricks for saving water that will make you feel better about your environmental footprint, here are a few easy upgrades that will make that saving a little more automatic.

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Real Estate Investing: Why Buying a Condo in a Ski Resort Area Can Be a Great Investment

October 8, 2015

The decision to invest in real estate can be one rife with risk, but if you’re ready to take this type of step into the investment market, you might be wondering where to begin. While upcoming neighborhoods and university areas may always be a place where investment is a viable idea, here are some reasons it can be a boon to consider a resort condo.

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The Pros and Cons of Paying Your Mortgage off Biweekly Versus Monthly

October 7, 2015

If you have a mortgage, you’re probably looking for the best option to pay it off. So is a biweekly payment or monthly payment the better option for you? Which payment strategy best fits your individual circumstances? Here’s what you need to know.

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Worried About Mortgage Rates Going Up? 3 Steps to Prepare Yourself Financially

October 6, 2015

Mortgage rates have been at record lows for quite some time, making it easy for new homebuyers to finance their dream homes. But what comes down will eventually go back up, and with the world economy expected to rebound in 2016, we’re about to start seeing more expensive mortgages. So what can you do to prepare yourself before mortgage rates start to rise? Here are three strategies that will keep you ahead of the game.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 05, 2015

October 5, 2015

Last week’s economic reports included Pending Home Sales, Construction Spending and several reports on jobs and employment.

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DIY Home Upgrades: 5 Reasons Why Hardwood Flooring Should Be on Your Renovation List

October 2, 2015

Whether you’re planning on selling your home soon or you want to do a few minor renovations for your own enjoyment, an ailing hardwood floor may be on your list of things to tackle. Here are five reasons you may want to move it to the top of your renovation list.

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Understanding the Jumbo Mortgage and Why Refinancing These Mortgages is Different

October 1, 2015

So what exactly is a jumbo mortgage? How is it different from a standard mortgage, and what does that mean for your refinancing options? Here’s what you need to know.

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