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Choose the Right Mortgage: Do Your Homework

By Miranda Marquit at 7:30 am on July 21, 2014

The biggest purchase you are likely to make in your life is your home. In fact, your home purchase is so large that you will probably need to borrow in order to make it happen. Read More

7 Simple Ways to Save Quickly for a House Down Payment

By Julie Rains at 6:37 am on July 11, 2014

Saving thousands of dollars for a house down payment can seem like a gargantuan task. But as you get settled in your career and your finances stabilize, accumulating cash is easier than you might think. Read More

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Rent vs. Buy: 7 factors for your future

By Spencer Llewellyn at 7:53 am on May 15, 2014

With home prices stabilizing and housing becoming more attractive nationwide, renters may be questioning whether or not now is the time to buy. Read More

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Avoid These 6 Mortgage Application Mistakes

By Miranda Marquit at 6:05 am on March 31, 2014

One of the biggest financial commitments you will ever make is a home purchase. In fact, this is such a huge commitment that you will probably need to borrow money in order to make it happen. And, because you are borrowing such a large amount of money from the lender, you will be required to fill out a mortgage application. Read More

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