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You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Pros and Cons of Private Mortgage Insurance?

May 12, 2017 by Robby Oakes

It’s easy to get Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) confused with homeowners’ insurance, but PMI is an entirely different thing that may or may not be necessary when it comes to your home purchase. If you’re going to be investing in a home in the near future and are wondering what PMI may mean for you, here are some things to consider regarding this type of insurance.

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If Your Home Is Destroyed in a Natural Disaster, What Happens to Your Mortgage?

February 24, 2017 by Robby Oakes

When you’ve been in your home for a while and have established a certain amount of equity, it can be a good feeling to know that you have an investment you can count on. However, with changing weather patterns you may be afraid of a natural disaster striking and what it could mean for your financial well-being.

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Leveraging LPMI: The Pros and Cons of Lender-Paid Mortgage Insurance

August 9, 2016 by Robby Oakes

If you’ve heard the term Lender-Paid Mortgage Insurance (LPMI), this is when the mortgage lender pays off mortgage insurance on behalf of the homeowner. While this kind of insurance can be beneficial for some homeowners, here are some of the basics on LPMI so you can determine whether or not it will work for you.

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3 Reasons Why the Cost of Title Insurance is Worth the Investment

September 2, 2015 by Robby Oakes

Title insurance protects the owner of a home from any claim made against their property, whether or not they are responsible. These include unpaid mortgage balances on the home, an improper foreclosure or any form of real estate fraud perpetrated by the seller.

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Understanding Lower FHA Mortgage Insurance Premiums and How They May Help You Save Money

May 7, 2015 by Robby Oakes

FHA loans are designed to help individuals take advantage of the benefits of home ownership, and these loans have low down payment requirements. Recently, the FHA has announced a lower rate for FHA mortgage insurance premiums, and this can help home buyers save money.

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