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4 Ways To Pay Off My Mortgage Faster
For most people, the mortgage payment is the biggest monthly expense. Whether you’re facing retirement or still working, it would be nice to be free of this debt. Although you probably can’t pay it off in one lump sum, it is possible to pay off your mortgage sooner than expected.
Continue readingDown Payment Money Saving Mistakes
Are you saving up money for a down payment? Saving money to put down on a home is always a smart idea, but there are right ways and wrong ways to go about it. Understanding how to best save for a down payment will go a long way toward ensuring you’re ready when you finally find the house of your dreams.
Continue reading8 Ways To Maintain A Great Credit Score
Having an excellent credit score is very useful. The following are some tips on how to maintain a superb credit score.
Continue reading5 Strategies Millennials Can Use To Buy Homes
Millennials face numerous challenges when buying their first homes. 55% of young adults between 25 and 34 years old don’t own homes as compared to 80% in 1967, according to data from the Census Bureau.
Continue reading5 Mistakes First Time Home Buyers Make
Buying your home can be nerve-racking, especially if it’s the first time. The buying process is exciting and often complex. The chances of making a mistake are relatively high.
Continue readingHow To Buy A Foreclosure Property
Foreclosures give homebuyers the opportunity to get great deals. While foreclosures can save you thousands of dollars, it may come with risks. Having a stomach of steel can help when pursuing a foreclosure.
Continue reading3 Budgeting Tips to Help Make Your New Mortgage Payments Easier
Buying a new home is an exciting time, but excitement can easily turn to stress if there isn’t enough money to pay the monthly mortgage bill. The added expense can take some time to get used to, but there are ways to make the payments easier, especially in those first few months when money is the tightest.
Continue readingBest Things To Do Now To Get Your Finances Mortgage Ready
You probably already know that qualifying for a mortgage can be the biggest hurdle — aside from actually finding that dream property — along the path to home ownership.
Continue readingMistakes Seasoned Home Buyers Often Make
It’s not uncommon today to move several times during adulthood, whether across town or across the country. Seasoned home buyers have been through the real estate process, often more than once. However, even if the home purchase has become routine, there are mistakes that can be avoided.
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