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Owning vs Renting: Why High Rents Are Worse Than a Mortgage over the Long Term

January 14, 2016 by Robby Oakes

If you’re at the stage in life where home ownership is nearly within your reach, you’re probably wondering whether you should start looking for a home or whether you should just keep renting. So why is paying a high rent a worse option than buying a house and getting a mortgage? Here’s what you need to know.

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

Real Estate Terms: The ‘Debt to Income’ Ratio and How It Affects Your Home Purchase

January 13, 2016 by Robby Oakes

The real estate market is rife with terminology that can make a home purchase seem more than a little complicated. If you’re currently looking for a home and are considering your loan options, you may have even heard the term ‘Debt to Income’ ratio. In the interest of simplifying things, here are some insights on what this term means and how it can impact your home investment.

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

Money Matters: Understanding How a Mortgage Loan Can Be a Productive Investment

January 12, 2016 by Robby Oakes

Most people tend to think of a mortgage loan as a necessary evil, an expense that has to be managed. But under the right circumstances, your mortgage can become a smart investment – something that makes you money instead of costing you money.

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

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 11, 2016

January 11, 2016 by Robby Oakes

The first week of 2016 was quiet concerning housing and mortgage related news, but reports on construction spending and several labor-related reports were released.

Filed Under: Market Outlook Tagged With: Commerce Department, Freddie Mac, Jobless Claims, Market Outlook

Dealing with an Empty Nest? 5 Great Reasons to Downsize into a New Condo

January 8, 2016 by Robby Oakes

There’s a good chance if your children have recently moved out that your home is feeling a lot larger than it used to, and perhaps you’re re-considering the extra space. If downsizing to a condo is on your mind and you’re weighing the benefits of this kind of move, here are some that might make it worth the switch in size.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Around The Home, Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips

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