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The 4-Step Financial Checkup to Get Ready for a Mortgage This Year

Posted OnFeb 21, 2018
Are you ready to join the ranks of homeowners in our local community? Congratulations - homeownership is a big step towards building your net worth and financial freedom. However, it is also a significant transaction that will affect your finances for the foreseeable future. Let's take a look at a quick four-step checklist that will help you to get ready to buy a home with a mortgage in 2018.
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3 Reasons Why Buying an Investment Property Is the Best Way to Build Your Net Worth

Posted OnFeb 01, 2018
Whether you have recently graduated from college or are getting close to retirement, it's likely that you have given some thought as to how you can grow your net worth. You might have invested in stocks, picked up a few bonds or have a 401(k) plan set up to help fund your retirement. But have you considered buying real estate as part of your portfolio?
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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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Curious About Homeowners’ Association (HOA) Fees? Here’s What You Need to Know

Posted OnJan 25, 2018
If you are thinking of buying a condominium or a home that is part of a planned community, you have likely come across the term "homeowners' association" or HOA. In short, the HOA is a coalition of local homeowners who have banded together to manage the needs of the local community. Let's explore the concept of the homeowners' association, why they charge fees and what you can expect from your HOA if you buy a home that is part of one.
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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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Buying a New Home in a Hot Real Estate Market? Here Are 4 Tips You Will Need to Be Successful

Posted OnJan 17, 2018
Are you in the market for a new house? In a buyer's market, finding and closing on a beautiful home can seem very easy. However, if you are shopping when the market is hot, you may end up fighting bidding wars and losing your dream home to a competing buyer. Let's take a look at four tips that you will need to be successful when house hunting in a hot local real estate market.
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