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Down Payment Money Saving Mistakes

March 1, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Are you saving up money for a down payment? Saving money to put down on a home is always a smart idea, but there are right ways and wrong ways to go about it. Understanding how to best save for a down payment will go a long way toward ensuring you’re ready when you finally find the house of your dreams.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Budget, Down Payment, Real Estate

8 Ways To Maintain A Great Credit Score

February 28, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Having an excellent credit score is very useful. The following are some tips on how to maintain a superb credit score.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Budget, Credit Score, Mortgage

5 Home-Buying Pitfalls To Avoid

November 16, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Buying your home can be nerve-racking, especially if it’s the first time. The buying process is exciting and often complex. The chances of making a mistake are relatively high.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Budget, Pre-Approval, Real Estate

5 Creative Ways To Buy A Foreclosure

November 15, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Foreclosures give homebuyers the opportunity to get great deals. While foreclosures can save you thousands of dollars, it may come with risks. Having a stomach of steel can help when pursuing a foreclosure.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Budget, Foreclosure, Real Estate

3 Budgeting Tips to Help Make Your New Mortgage Payments Easier

October 25, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Buying a new home is an exciting time, but excitement can easily turn to stress if there isn’t enough money to pay the monthly mortgage bill. The added expense can take some time to get used to, but there are ways to make the payments easier, especially in those first few months when money is the tightest.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Affordability, Budget, Mortgage Payment

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