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In a Hurry to Buy a Home? Speed Your Mortgage Approval up by Following This Checklist

Posted OnJan 31, 2018
Have you finally found your dream home after months of searching, only to discover that the seller has received other offers? Few circumstances can raise your stress level as much as finding yourself in a bidding war against another buyer. However, being unprepared by not having your finances in order can make the situation even worse.
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Down Payments 101: Is It Worth It to Put More Than 20 Percent Down?

Posted OnJan 30, 2018
Are you thinking of buying a new home this spring or summer? If so, you're not alone. Many thousands of individuals and families alike will become homeowners this year. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned veteran of the housing market, you probably know there are significant choices to make. One of the big decisions you will have to ponder is how much you want to invest in your down payment.
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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 29, 2018

Posted OnJan 29, 2018
December sales of previously-owned homes dipped to an 18-year low with a reading of 5.57 million sales on a seasonally-adjusted annual basis. Pre-owned home sales were expected to reach 5.73 million homes based on November's downwardly- revised reading of 5.78 million sales. December sales were 3.6 percent lower month-to-month, but were 1.10 percent higher year-over-year.
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How Much Is the Right Amount to Commit to Your Down Payment? Let’s Take a Look

Posted OnJan 19, 2018
Are you thinking about buying a new house or apartment? If you are going to take out mortgage financing, one consideration you will have is your down payment, which is the amount you pay up front in cash to cover some of the purchase cost. Let's consider a few points that will help you to decide how much is the right amount for your down payment.
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On Time, Every Time: How Being Late on Monthly Payments Can Affect Your Mortgage

Posted OnJan 18, 2018
Are you the type of person that struggles with remembering to pay their bills on time? You're not alone. People across the country regularly submit late monthly payments, inflicting terrible damage to their credit. Let's take a quick look at how paying your monthly payments late can have a negative impact on your mortgage.
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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 16, 2018

Posted OnJan 16, 2018
Consumer prices fell from November's reading of 0.40 percent growth to o.10 percent growth in December, which matched expectations. The Core Consumer Price Index, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, dropped to 0.30 percent from November's growth rate of 0.40 percent. Analysts expected a Core CPI reading of 0.20 percent for December.
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Looking to Buy a Home in 2018 and Don’t Know Where to Start? Here’s a Few Tips

Posted OnJan 12, 2018
Are you a renter that has become tired of paying someone else's mortgage and not building any equity? Or a homeowner who has a growing family and is in need of more space? Whatever the case, if you are in the market for a new home there is no time like the present. Let's explore a few tips that will help you to prepare for the home buying experience.
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Stuck in a Bidding War? 3 Ways to Win Without Busting Through Your Mortgage Approval Amount

Posted OnJan 11, 2018
Are you making an offer on a new home in a hot housing market? If so, one possibility is that you are going to end up bidding against other buyers who are looking to buy the same home. Unfortunately, in some cases bidding wars are inevitable, and they can be a significant source of stress. Let's take a look at three ways that you can win a bidding war without having to spend more than you can afford.
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How to Run a Quick Financial Health Check Before You Apply for a Mortgage

Posted OnJan 10, 2018
Are you planning on using a mortgage to help cover the cost of a new home? If so, you will want to prepare your finances and figure out how you will manage all those wallet-draining monthly expenses. Let's take a look at how to run a quick financial health check to ensure you are ready to apply for a mortgage.
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