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You have jumped all the hurdles of home-buying and can see the finish line glistening ahead in the distance. You are nearly there. You’ve...

When it comes to buying a home, first-time buyers often have a lot on their plates. Millennials and younger generations typically have the...

Underwriting! How’s that for a big, portentous word that may or may not mean what you think? If you’re still in the dark on this one, don’t...

How old do you want to be when you buy your first home? Depending on where you live, statistics say you may be well past retirement until...

The mortgage payment. It’s a sign of adulthood, so if you have one – good for you! If you’re in the market for one, get ready to experience...

Buying a home is overwhelming - plain and simple. There are just so many decisions to make. When is a good time to buy? What neighborhoods...

When you begin looking for a home, you will be met with dozens of opinions. Everyone has a different idea of where, when, and how you...

For most borrowers, your home is your biggest investment. According to the Federal Reserve’s statistical accounting release, the amount of...

Mortgage industry terms—there are many and it can be hard to make sense of them, especially when they seem so similar. Pre-qualification...

During the holiday season, we all think about giving presents to those we love and care about. What better gift is there than helping a...