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Our blog articles are geared towards first-time home buyers and mortgage market news.
Understanding the Benefits of a VA Loan for Veterans and Service Members
For veterans, active-duty service members, and eligible surviving spouses, a VA loan offers a powerful…
The Truth About Credit Scores and Buying a Home
Your credit score plays a big role in the homebuying process. It’s one of the key factors…
How Much Home Equity Have You Gained? The Answer Might Surprise You
Have you ever stopped to think about how much wealth you’ve built up just from…
How Mortgage Rates Affect Your Monthly Payment
Some Highlights Experts say rates will come down slightly in the year ahead – but some volatility is expected…
What To Save for When Buying a Home
Knowing what to budget for when buying a home may feel intimidating — but it…
15-Year vs. 30-Year Mortgage: Which One is Right for You?
Choosing the right mortgage term is a critical decision in the home-buying process. The two…
Time in the Market Beats Timing the Market
Trying to decide whether it makes more sense to buy a home now or wait?…
How Home Equity May Help You Buy Your Next Home in Cash
Building equity in your house is one of the biggest financial advantages of homeownership. And…
The #1 Reason People Move: To Be Closer to Family and Friends
Have you ever thought about packing up and moving to be closer to the people…
Understanding Closing Costs: What Every Buyer Should Know
Buying a home is an exciting journey, but it comes with its share of expenses—one…
The Biggest Perks of Buying a Home This Winter
Waiting for perfect market conditions often means missing out. Because what you may not realize…
What Homebuyers Need To Know About Credit Scores
Some Highlights Data shows 7 out of 10 prospective homebuyers don’t know the minimum credit score required by lenders…