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Considering a New Home Next Year? Start Now and Get a Jump on Improving Your Credit Score

November 10, 2022 by Robby Oakes

With the new year right around the corner, that leaves you with precious little time to get your finances in order. Let’s explore a few tips that will help you get a jump on improving your credit score before the end of the year.

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How to Use a Mortgage to Buy a Home After Going Through a Bankruptcy

October 12, 2022 by Robby Oakes

While it is sometimes the best option to get your finances repaired, the bankruptcy and following discharge period can be tough. However, while it may delay things for a couple of years, the good news is that even a bankruptcy won’t stop you from borrowing a mortgage to buy a home. In today’s article, we will share some insight into how you can get a mortgage loan after going through bankruptcy.

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Speed up Your Mortgage Closing Process With This Handy Four-step Guide

September 28, 2022 by Robby Oakes

Are you in the market for a new house or apartment? If you are financing the purchase by taking out a mortgage, you’ll want to know how to make this transaction run as smooth as possible. In today’s article, we’ll share a quick four-step guide to speeding up the mortgage closing process.

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Man Vs. Machine: Why Using a Human Mortgage Professional Is Better Than Trusting an App

September 16, 2022 by Robby Oakes

Are you currently house-hunting or plan to be in the near future? If you plan on using mortgage financing to pay for your home, you will soon discover that there’s no shortage of options available to you. You can meet with a local mortgage professional, apply for mortgages online and even download mobile apps that promise to set you up with a mortgage. However, is every option equal?

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The Quick and Easy Guide to Determining How Big of a Mortgage Your Family Can Afford

September 14, 2022 by Robby Oakes

Are you shopping around for a new house or apartment? One of the key considerations you will need to make is figuring out how much you want to invest in your new home. Below you’ll find our quick and easy guide to determining just how much “house” you can afford. Let’s get started!

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