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Can I Use my VA Disability to Buy a Home?

If you are a Veteran of the United States Armed forces, thank you for your service. If you currently receive income due to a...

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What Should a First-Time Homebuyer Know?

The housing market is a big landscape of twists and turns. From showings to offers to financing, there will be plenty of decisions to...

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How To Prepare for An Appraisal

If you’re selling or refinancing your home, your lender probably conditioned for an appraisal. This helps the underwriter determine whether...

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When Should I Buy a House?

Buying a house for the first time is as exciting as it is nerve-wracking. Knowing what to buy and when are two of the more stressful life...

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Tips for Buying a Home When You're Single With No Children

There’s a misconception out there that buying a home as a single adult with no children is out of reach, impractical, or otherwise...

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Do First Time Homebuyers Need a Down Payment?

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...

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How Much Money Should You Save to Buy a House?

Are you saving money to buy a house? Great choice! For most Americans, their home is their number one investment and a substantial portion...

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Tips for Purchasing a Beach House

What could be more relaxing than owning your own beach house? Being able to wake up to softly lapping waves every morning, enjoying vibrant...

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Things to Check Before Moving Into Your New Home

Approximately 31 million people in the U.S. moved in 2019, or just less than 10% of Americans. The COVID-19 pandemic caused a “moving boom”...

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How To Make a Competitive Offer In Today’s Market

Do you want to know how to make the best offer on a house? In today’s market, there are many moving parts that could make or break your...

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