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Navigating the Home Buying Process
To say that you need to do your homework when purchasing a home is an understatement. It’s easily one of the most complex assignments ever.
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Home Buyers Finally Catch a Break
A combo of rising mortgage rates and sky-high prices is finally dampening demand in the red-hot housing market, showing signs of hope for home buyers.
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When the Housing Market Will Crash
As inflation and interest rates continue to climb, there’s lots of talk about the direction of the housing market and the potential impact on home prices.
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The Pros & Cons of FHA 203k Loans
Weigh the advantages and risks of using an FHA 203k mortgage instead of a traditional FHA loan, including a few tricky details about using a 203k.
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More Home Buyers Can Expect Less Competition
Inflation is the highest it’s been in 40 years and no doubt it has adversely impacted your budget. But how is it affecting the home you want to buy?
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The Basics: Home Mortgage Lending 101
Unless you have a boatload of cash under your mattress, you’ll need a mortgage. Because buying a home usually costs more money than you have laying around.