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Saving for Your First Home? These Tips May Ease the Process
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Saving for Your First Home? These Tips May Ease the Process

So, you’ve decided to take the leap into homeownership. First off—congrats! That’s a huge milestone, and while it may feel a little terrifying, it’s also incredibly exciting. But if…

By MJ Brioso
The “Right” Refinance Option Depends on Your Goals—Here’s How to Choose
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The “Right” Refinance Option Depends on Your Goals—Here’s How to Choose

Last year, I seriously considered refinancing my mortgage after hearing my neighbor casually mention how much she was saving each month after doing hers. She threw out a number, I smiled…

By MJ Brioso
What Is PMI—and How Can You Avoid Paying It?
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What Is PMI—and How Can You Avoid Paying It?

When I bought my first home, I had no idea what PMI was. I was laser-focused on finding a place that didn’t need a new roof and figuring out how many Ikea trips I could make before…

By Isabella Greene

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Escrow Shortages: What They Are and How to Resolve Them
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Escrow Shortages: What They Are and How to Resolve Them

By Shannon Bloom
The Escrow Surprise That Taught Me to Always Ask More Questions
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The Escrow Surprise That Taught Me to Always Ask More Questions

By Shannon Bloom
From Denials to Approval: What It Took to Buy a Home With Poor Credit
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From Denials to Approval: What It Took to Buy a Home With Poor Credit

By Stella Martin
Why Closing on a Home Can Take Longer Than You Think (and What Speeds It Up)
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Why Closing on a Home Can Take Longer Than You Think (and What Speeds It Up)

By Shannon Bloom
The Cost of Being 30, 60, or 90 Days Late on Your Mortgage—And How to Catch Up
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The Cost of Being 30, 60, or 90 Days Late on Your Mortgage—And How to Catch Up

By Mason Welsh
Your Mortgage Might Be a Tax Break—Here’s How to Make It Happen
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Your Mortgage Might Be a Tax Break—Here’s How to Make It Happen

By Stella Martin
Jumbo Mortgages: What to Know Before You Buy Big
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Jumbo Mortgages: What to Know Before You Buy Big

By Mason Welsh
Recasting vs. Refinancing: Here’s What Most Mortgage Holders Don’t Know
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Recasting vs. Refinancing: Here’s What Most Mortgage Holders Don’t Know

By Stella Martin
Mortgage Points: Are They Just Another Fee or a Smart Way to Save?
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Mortgage Points: Are They Just Another Fee or a Smart Way to Save?

By Jasmine Lee