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- August 15, 2025
What’s Included in a Mortgage Payment?
When you make a mortgage payment, you’re not just paying off your home loan itself. Your mortgage payment includes several other important costs that are part of owning a home.
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- August 7, 2025
What is Mortgage Insurance? Why It Could Affect Your Bottom Line
Buyers generally pay mortgage insurance every month, rolled into their monthly payments.
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- July 31, 2025
Should You Lock—or Float—Your Mortgage Interest Rate?
A big question that many home shoppers have is whether to lock in their mortgage interest rate—or float it and hope that rates will fall.
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- July 17, 2025
What are Mortgage Contingencies—And Why Homebuyers Need Them
Don’t overlook the importance of contingencies when you’re putting your offer together. These powerful, little clauses can provide you with financial peace of mind.
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- May 15, 2025
What Happens After Your Offer on a Home Has Been Accepted?
Congratulations, your offer on a home has been accepted. These are the costs you should expect as you close.
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- April 24, 2025
Can Homebuyers Save Money by Buying Mortgage Points?
Homebuyers hoping to save money every month on their housing payments may want to consider purchasing mortgage discount points.
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- April 17, 2025
How to Boost Your Credit Score
If you’re hoping to qualify for a mortgage, having a high credit score can pay off.
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- April 10, 2025
How to Navigate a Buyer’s Market
Buyers may be able to negotiate more with sellers in a buyer’s market, asking for lower prices, closing cost assistance, and costly repairs.
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- March 27, 2025
Why Homebuyers Need an Appraisal
An appraiser will make sure the home you hope to purchase is priced fairly. This protects the buyer and the lender.
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- March 13, 2025
Can You Afford a Mortgage Payment?
It’s important to make sure you can afford a home, before purchasing one.
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