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What is Owner Financing When Buying A Home?

October 30, 2019 by Robby Oakes

There are many options when it comes to taking out a loan on a new home. One of the options that people might have heard about is called owner financing. In general, the property owner takes the place of a traditional lender.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Financing, Homeownership, Mortgage

Common Reasons Why Buyers Are Denied A Mortgage

October 29, 2019 by Robby Oakes

When you are buying a new home, it is an exciting process. You have spent months searching and have found the home you want to purchase. You are ready to move into the home of your dreams.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: credit, Financing, Mortgage

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 28th, 2019

October 28, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news included readings on sales of new and previously-owned homes and consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.

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

3 Ways To Avoid Mortgage Insurance

October 25, 2019 by Robby Oakes

When you are buying a home, you may run into a number of hurdles to complete the purchase. One of the items that you may be asked to purchase is called private mortgage insurance, often shortened to PMI. This is a unique insurance policy that your lender, such as the credit union or bank, may ask you to buy in order to protect themselves. In this insurance policy, the bank protects themselves against losing money if you end up defaulting on your loan.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Insurance, Mortgage, PMI

Ways to Stay Safe During the Holidays

October 24, 2019 by Robby Oakes

The arrival of fall, with cooler temperatures followed by a season of holiday celebrations, means getting cozy at home, spending more time cooking and enjoying friends and family in front of a blazing fire, and lighting up your home for a series of holidays. Sadly, though, it is also a time that carries a higher risk of property losses due to fire and accidental injuries.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Real Estate, Winter Safety, Winterize

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