Buying Your First Home
How Long is a Mortgage Pre-Approval Good For?
Most mortgage pre-approvals are good for 90 days, and they’re simple to refresh at any time.
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15 Good Luck Plants To Bring Positive Energy to Your New Home
Plants pose a variety of benefits and have been celebrated for centuries. Horticulture therapy eases stress ...
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LPMI vs. PMI: Is Lender-Paid Private Mortgage Insurance Right For you?
Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) is required with conventional mortgage loans when you put down less than 20...
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What Is a Loan Origination Fee and Is It Negotiable?
Several fees come along with a mortgage. One of the more typical is the loan origination fee charged by your...
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18 Tips on How to Move Out of Your Parents’ House
Moving out of your parents' home is a major lifetime milestone.
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A Guide to the $15,000 First-Time Homebuyer Act of 2021
The $15,000 First-Time Homebuyer Act April 28, 2021, U.S. lawmakers introduced the First-Time Homebuyer Act ...
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How to Buy a House Out of State in 2021
Whether you’re moving out of state for a new job, to be near family or just a change of pace, it can be a ch...
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42 Beautiful Curb Appeal Ideas To Fit Your Budget
Few things are more welcoming than pulling up to your new home with a freshly mowed lawn, blooming flower be...
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26 Architectural House Styles: Homes That Built American Neighborhoods
House styles have evolved for centuries to accommodate changes in taste, lifestyle, and environment. Explori...
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