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Should You Consider Purchasing A Newly Built Home?

December 16, 2022 by Robby Oakes

If you have been in the process of looking for a home for a long time, you understand just how difficult it has been. You might have considered building your own house, but after seeing the bidding wars for land before you even start building, you may have crossed newly built homes off your list. Now, there are a few reasons why you should consider adding new homes back to your search.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Construction, Mortgage, New Home

Are Firefighter Mortgages Legit?

December 15, 2022 by Robby Oakes

As a firefighter, you put your life on the line every day. You are there when people need you the most, and you might be wondering how you can finance a home.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: 203 b, Firefighter, Mortgage

How Do I Know If It’s a Good Idea to Refinance My Mortgage?

December 14, 2022 by Robby Oakes

Are you interested in paying less per month on your mortgage? Or perhaps you would prefer if your mortgage was paid off a couple of months – or years – faster? If you are a homeowner with a mortgage, one option that is open to you is refinancing. In today’s post, we will explore the topic of mortgage refinancing and how to know if it is a good idea.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Mortgage Refinancing

How To Finance A Home Renovation

December 13, 2022 by Robby Oakes

The housing market continues to be very competitive, so you may have to be a bit more flexible with what you are looking for.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: 203K, Mortgage, Renovation

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 12, 2022

December 12, 2022 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s scheduled economic reports included preliminary monthly readings on inflation and consumer sentiment along with weekly reporting on mortgage rates and jobless claims.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Case Shiller, Financial Report, Jobless Claims

Buying a Home in a Fire Risk Area: Here’s What You Need to Know

December 9, 2022 by Robby Oakes

Outside of the significant financial responsibility of delving into home ownership, there can also be a lot of other risks involved that you may not have thought about as a new homeowner. While the requirement of homeowner’s insurance is well known and guarding your house against theft can be commonplace, if you happen to be living in an area that’s at high risk of fire, here are some things to consider beforehand.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Real Estate Tips

A Step-by-Step Guide to Refinancing a Traditional Mortgage to a FHA Mortgage

December 8, 2022 by Robby Oakes

Refinancing a mortgage can provide a homeowner with many benefits, and many are interested in refinancing their traditional mortgage into an FHA mortgage to take advantage of low interest rates. Depending on the specific circumstances, this step may lower the monthly payment, reduce interest charges, adjust the loan term so that it is more beneficial for achieving financial goals and more.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage Refinancing, Mortgages

5 Ways That a Mortgage Can Be a Huge Benefit to Your Financial Future

December 6, 2022 by Robby Oakes

For many people, investing in a house is one of the most important purchases they will make in their lifetime. However, alongside having the comfort of your own home, there are many financial benefits associated with buying in. If you’re currently perusing the market for opportunities, here are some reasons to consider investing a little sooner.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Mortgages and Credit

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 5, 2022

December 5, 2022 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news included readings on home prices, inflation, and data on public and private-sector jobs. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

Understanding ‘PITI’ and What Goes in to Your Monthly Payments

December 2, 2022 by Robby Oakes

Ask any friend or family member that owns a home and they will share that it takes a bit of management to keep all the expenses under control. Let’s explore the concept of PITI and why it is vital to have a clear picture of how much your home is costing you each month.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Real Estate Tips

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