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Downpayment

Saving for a Down Payment? Here’s What You Need To Know.

Downpayment advice when purchasing a home is everywhere, but not necessarily correct.  If you plan to buy your first home, you're probably focused on saving for all the costs involved in such a big purchase. One of the expenses that may be at the top of your mind is your down payment. If you’re intimidated by how much you need to save for that, it may be because you believe you must put 20% Continue Reading

Taking the Fear out of Saving for a Home

  If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound scary at first. But it doesn’t have to be. One way to take the fear out of budgeting is to understand some of the costs you might encounter.  And to do that, turn to trusted real estate professionals. They can help you plan your finances and prepare your budget. Here are just a few Continue Reading

Down payment

Saving for a Down Payment? Here’s What You Should Know.

  As you set out to buy a home, saving for a down payment is likely to be top of mind. Down payments are typically a percentage of the purchase price.  As a borrower, you pay a percentage of the total cost of the home upfront.  The mortgage (a type of loan) with the lender covers the difference. The size of your down payment can affect your loan options.  The Continue Reading

Mortgage Rates

Four Things That Help Determine Your Mortgage Rate

  If you’re looking to buy a home, you probably want to secure the lowest interest rate possible for your home loan. Over the last couple of years, that was easier to do as the housing market saw record-low mortgage rates, but this year rates have risen dramatically. If you’re looking for ways to combat today’s higher rates and lock in the lowest one you Continue Reading

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