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Mortgage Refinancing: How to Ensure a ‘Re-Fi’ Makes the Most Sense for Your Financial Situation

February 12, 2015 by Robby Oakes

Refinancing your mortgage can make good financial sense, as long as you are doing it for the right reasons. Before considering a refinance, it’s worth spending some time to assess what your financial goals are.

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

Freelancing in 2015? Three Tips for How to Secure a Mortgage if You’re a Self-Employed Entrepreneur

February 10, 2015 by Robby Oakes

If you are self-employed, either as a freelancer or as the owner of your own business, your income can fluctuate greatly from year to year. That can make it difficult to get approved for a mortgage, although there are some things you can do to improve your chances. Here are three tips for securing a mortgage if you are self-employed.

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

Tax Time is Upon Us: Learn About Tax Deductions and How to Write off Your Home Mortgage Interest

February 4, 2015 by Robby Oakes

Much to the chagrin of taxpayers all over the country, the tax-filing season begins in January and runs through April 15 of each year. As the current tax season approaches, it presents an opportunity to help tax-payers clarify their responsibilities and remind them of certain important tax deductions that may be available.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgages, Property Taxes

Do You Need Mortgage Insurance Even if It’s Not Required by Your Lender? Let’s Take a Look

February 3, 2015 by Robby Oakes

Most loan applications with less than 20% down payment are required to include mortgage insurance with the loan. However, mortgage insurance may still be needed, even if it’s not typically required by your lender.

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

Three iPhone and Android Apps That Make Managing Your Mortgage Payments Quick and Easy

January 27, 2015 by Robby Oakes

Managing your mortgage payments can be challenging, but there are some incredible apps available for use with Android or iPhone smartphones that can simplify your mortgage management tasks.

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

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