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It has been an interesting week to say the least. Here’s the “short version” of what Mortgage Rates have been doing. All lenders have moved their rates up to be protected from the volatility in the financial markets. Where normally a d
Mar 21, 2020 |
Whether you are remodeling your kitchen, consolidating several big debts, or paying for your child’s college tuition, a home equity loan can be one of the most cost-effective ways to borrow money. Interest rates are lower on mortgages than on almost
Mar 18, 2020 | Home Equity
Employment history is a very important aspect of a mortgage application. Mortgage loans are usually for substantial sums of money and lenders want to reduce the risk that borrowers will default. One sign that a borrower will be consistent in making their
Mar 11, 2020 | Mortgage Advice
Whether you want to save on interest payments, avoid debt in retirement or just feel the thrill of complete ownership, there are plenty of reasons to pay off your mortgage loan early. Yet because a house is typically the largest purchase most Americans ma
Mar 04, 2020 | Refinancing a Home
Mortgage interest rates have dropped significantly in the past year and everyone wants to take advantage of the savings. Those who have jumbo loans – mortgages with balances over the conforming loan limit of $510,400 in most areas – may wonder
Feb 26, 2020 | Jumbo Loans Refinancing a Home
You can do pretty much everything on the Internet today, including apply for mortgage financing. Just because something is digital, does that automatically mean it’s better? There are several factors to consider when deciding between applying online
Feb 19, 2020 | Mortgage