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9 Common Mistakes First Time Homebuyers Make and How to Avoid Them

Learn how to avoid common mistakes that first-time homebuyers make including budgeting issues, financing mis-steps, finding the right home, and problems at closing.

July 5, 2019

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9 Common Mistakes First Time Homebuyers Make and How to Avoid Them
9 Common Mistakes First Time Homebuyers Make and How to Avoid Them

Learn how to avoid common mistakes that first-time homebuyers make including budgeting issues, financing mis-steps, finding the right home, and problems at closing.

July 5, 2019

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Refinancing to Fund Higher Ed: Saving on Education
Refinancing to Fund Higher Ed: Saving on Education

There are many ways to fund higher education in addition to student loan aid and PLUS Loans. See how refinancing can help fund a college education.

June 17, 2019

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Planning for a Mortgage-Free Retirement
Planning for a Mortgage-Free Retirement

Learn how you can pay off your mortgage before you retire, including options like your 401k, refinancing, and more.

May 23, 2019

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Renovation Staycation: Make the Most of a Reno-Retreat
Renovation Staycation: Make the Most of a Reno-Retreat

Planning a home renovation? Some remodeling projects can transform your house in just one week, check out our five tips for a perfect renovation staycation.

May 7, 2019

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Seeing Green: How to Increase Your Curb Appeal
Seeing Green: How to Increase Your Curb Appeal

Increasing your curb appeal by updating your landscaping, adding an outdoor feature like a pergola, or upgrading your shutters can help add value to your home.

April 22, 2019

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The Burbs are Back: Homebuyers are Looking to the Suburbs
The Burbs are Back: Homebuyers are Looking to the Suburbs

Homebuyers are choosing the suburbs; moving to neighborhoods outside of major metropolitan areas for more space and value for the home’s list price.

April 16, 2019

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Down Payment Savings Tips
Down Payment Savings Tips

Learn how to create a savings plan and find the down payment assistance you need. A great read for first-time homebuyers.

April 4, 2019

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What Is Enterprise Paid Mortgage Insurance (EPMI)?
What Is Enterprise Paid Mortgage Insurance (EPMI)?

Learn about the new mortgage insurance option EPMI, including comparisons with MI and LPMI loans.

February 14, 2019

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4 Tips for Paying Off Your Mortgage Faster
4 Tips for Paying Off Your Mortgage Faster

Pay off your mortgage sooner. You could save tens of thousands of dollars, own your home earlier, and pay less in loan interest.

January 14, 2019

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All About Easements: How They Affect Your Property
All About Easements: How They Affect Your Property

Easements allow others to use your property in a very specific way. Learn how the different types of easements can impact your property’s use and value.

December 19, 2018

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