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Applying For A Mortgage? Be Prepared For These Questions

Applying For A Mortgage? Be Prepared For These Questions

September 10, 2018

When you apply for a mortgage, you expect your lender to have some questions. But the truth is, your lender is going to have a lot of questions—and if you know what to expect before you start the application process, all of those questions can feel a lot less jarring...

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New Survey Reveals Just How Much Clients Value Their Real Estate Agent

New Survey Reveals Just How Much Clients Value Their Real Estate Agent

July 14, 2018

Real estate agents bring a lot of value to the home-buying or selling process, thanks to their expertise and knowledge of the local market. But how much, exactly, do buyers value their real estate agent?A recent survey from Century 21 Real Estate found that 99 percent of homebuyers surveyed said their real...

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5 Upsides to Downsizing Your Home

5 Upsides to Downsizing Your Home

June 19, 2018

If you’ve been thinking about shrinking your square footage and moving into a smaller home, you’re probably well-aware of the obvious advantages: There’s less to clean, heat, and cool, which means a savings of time and money.But that’s only the beginning. Downsizing offers several other, less-talked-about benefits that make scaling...

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Bumping Your Credit Score Could Save You More On Your Mortgage Than You Think

Bumping Your Credit Score Could Save You More On Your Mortgage Than You Think

March 05, 2018

It’s no secret that having a better credit score can help save you money on your mortgage. But even though you know you could cut mortgage costs by bumping up your credit score, the amount of money you may be able to save is truly astonishing.According to a recent study from...

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75% of Non-Homeowners Say Buying a Home Is Part of Their American Dream

75% of Non-Homeowners Say Buying a Home Is Part of Their American Dream

February 04, 2018

For decades, owning a home has been one of the pillars of the American Dream. And, according to recent data, it looks like it still is.According to the 2019 edition of the Aspiring Home Buyers Profile from the National Association of Realtors, 75% of non-homeowners said that owning their own...

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Leaving These Elements Alone Is Key To Remolding To An Older Home

Leaving These Elements Alone Is Key To Remolding To An Older Home

October 28, 2017

If you own an older home, at some point, you might want to remodel or update your property. But if you’re thinking about putting your home on the market—and want to make sure your remodel adds value and makes your property more appealing to buyers—there are certain elements that are...

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Co-buying Is On The Rise

Co-buying Is On The Rise

August 03, 2017

When people consider buying a home, they’re typically thinking about making thepurchase on their own or with their spouse or significant other. But there’s a new homebuying trend that’s on the rise, particularly with young, aspiring homeowners: co-buying.So, what is co-buying? Instead of buying a home on their own or...

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9 Ways Home Flipping Shows Mislead Viewers

9 Ways Home Flipping Shows Mislead Viewers

July 09, 2017

We all know the premise of home-flipping shows: An investor buys a veritable dump and then, with the help of a team of ready-and-willing contractors and landscapers, transforms it into the best-looking home on the block. Next, that intrepid buyer turns around and sells it for a hefty profit. Sounds...

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 Potential Mortgage Savings are Missed by 27% of Home Owners

Potential Mortgage Savings are Missed by 27% of Home Owners

May 30, 2017

New studies have shown more than one in four homeowners are in the dark about their own mortgage interest rate—and it could be costing them.A recent study from Bankrate (explored in an article on Fox Business) found that 27 percent of homeowners in the US didn't even know the interest rate...

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Why “Now” Is The Best Time To Buy Your First Home

Why “Now” Is The Best Time To Buy Your First Home

April 17, 2017

Ask any real estate agent if now is a good time to buy a home. Chances are good you’ll probably get the impression that it’s the perfect time to buy a house. Makes sense, right? Most agents wouldn’t want to discourage anyone from buying a house. However, it’s almost impossible...

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