Moving to the City? How to Downsize from a Large House to a Smaller Condo or Apartment

June 24, 2015

With the higher cost of real estate in central urban areas and with real estate space at a premium, many who make the decision to relocate will need to downsize from a larger house to a smaller condo or apartment.

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Four Surefire Ways to Ensure That You Get the Best Possible Deal on Your Mortgage

June 23, 2015

Taking time to set up your home mortgage is one of the best steps that you can take to promote financial health and security. If you want to ensure that you get the best deal on your mortgage, focus on these key tips.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 22, 2015

June 22, 2015

Last week’s economic news included National Association of Home Builders / Wells Fargo (NAHB) Housing Market Index and Commerce Department reports on Housing Starts and Building Permits, the post-meeting statement of the Fed’s Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), and Fed Chair Janet Yellen’s scheduled press conference.

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Family Matters: How to Choose the Perfect Home for a Large or Growing Family

June 19, 2015

Selecting the right home to purchase for a family is a monumental task, and this process can seem even more challenging for those with a large or growing family.

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Federal Reserve: No Change on Target Fed Funds Rate

June 18, 2015

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) of the Federal Reserve did not move to increase the Fed’s target federal funds rate, which is currently 0.00 to 0.250 percent. Although the committee acknowledged further progress toward…

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Suffering from Credit Problems? Three Ways You Can Patch Up Your Credit to Get a Mortgage Approved

June 17, 2015

Credit problems are unfortunately common, and they can make it difficult for you to obtain a mortgage. While some issues may take a while to fix, you may be able to see a decent increase in your credit rating when you follow a few easy steps.

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An Insider’s Look at Mortgage Closing Costs and How to Minimize the Amount You’ll Pay

June 16, 2015

When buying a new home, you may be focused on finding a mortgage program that has a down payment requirement that is manageable for you. However, some home buyers will overlook the costs that they are responsible for at closing. The good news is that there are some steps that you can take to keep these costs to a minimum.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 15, 2015

June 15, 2015

Retail sales rose for the third consecutive month. May sales increased at a seasonally adjusted rate of 1.20 percent according to Commerce Department data.

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Hunting for the Best Local Schools? Here Are 5 Checklist Items You’ll Want to Look For

June 12, 2015

There are numerous factors that you may review when choosing a new place to live. If you have children, the quality of the schools and the level of education that your kids will receive in the schools is important. When you are looking at schools, use this helpful checklist to guide you in making a great decision.

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The Pros and Cons of Using Spare Funds to Pay Your Mortgage Down Faster

June 11, 2015

A home mortgage payment can be a large or even the largest expense in a person’s budget, and not having this payment any longer can be a life changing experience.

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