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3 Tips for Planning Your Monthly Mortgage Payment

June 22, 2016 by Robby Oakes

Once you’ve purchased a home and decided on a move in date, it may seem like a lot of the hard stuff is over, but you still have one of the most important things relating to such a large purchase to think about: the payments! If you’re looking for a few tips on ways to approach your monthly payment, the following will steer you in the right direction so you can broach your mortgage schedule successfully.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Monthly Mortgage Payment, Mortgage Planning

Ready to Be a Landlord? Important Considerations Before Renting Your Home

June 21, 2016 by Robby Oakes

Whether you’re going away on an extended vacation or considering downsizing into a smaller place, the popularity of websites like Airbnb has led many people to believe that there’s a lot of money in home rental. However, before putting your home on the market, it’s important to be aware of some of the factors that go into having a rental property. It may seem like extra money, but it’s the small details that can make it a more complicated process.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Becoming A Landlord, Home Mortgage Tips, Landlord Tips

Mortgage Fraud: 3 Common Scams to Avoid

June 17, 2016 by Robby Oakes

There are many ins and outs involved in securing a mortgage lender, and as a result there are many offers and options out there which are only around to take advantage of prospective homebuyers. If you’re on the lookout for a home and are trying to wade through all the details successfully, here are some things you may want to be aware of.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage Fraud, Mortgage Scams

The Pros and Cons of Buying a Second Home to Rent

June 15, 2016 by Robby Oakes

With the ever-fluctuating cost of housing, buying into real estate can be one of the best investments a person can make. However, a lot of important factors can be left out of the final decision when it comes to purchasing a home as rental property. If you are taking the initial steps to invest in a second home, here are some important things to consider before you make the financial commitment.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Renting Tips, Second Home

Boomerang Home Buyers: 4 Things to Consider Before Stepping Back into Homeownership

June 14, 2016 by Robby Oakes

Whether you’ve gone back to renting for the sake of money saving or recently downsized to a more compact space, the idea of owning a home can be a big responsibility that may require more than you’re willing to give. If you’re considering jumping back into the fold of home ownership, here are a few things to contemplate before re-entering the market.

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