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Some potential buyers walk into a house and know right away that it’s their future home, while some need some time to think about it....

It’s that time of year again… TAX SEASON! Let’s be honest, no one likes doing taxes except accountants. We all want to keep as much of our...

Whether you’re paying rent, paying off student loans, or just living your life, it is hard to save enough money to make a down payment when...

Saving for a down payment can be challenging, and many homeowners say it’s the hardest part of the home-buying process. When buying a house...

With interest rates changing over time, refinancing your mortgage may be something you consider at some point.

Your credit score is one of the most important aspects of your financial life, because it impacts nearly every financial move you make....

The wait between submitting your mortgage application and getting a response can seem like forever. You’ve submitted all your documents and...

A credit score is a number based on a person’s credit history that indicates his creditworthiness and is used by lenders to determine if a...

Years ago, there was a belief that buyers should pay a 20% down payment when buying a home. But that thinking has gone by the wayside, and...

Homeownership is part of the American dream. And it’s the goal of every homeowner to own 100% of his home. That’s the point of a...