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What To Know About a 40-Year Mortgage

August 16, 2022 by Robby Oakes

If you take a look at your mortgage options, you might find an option for a 40-year mortgage. Now, most lenders do not offer this as an option, but if you find yourself struggling to keep up with your mortgage payments, the lender may offer to restructure your loan into a 40-year term. Is this a smart move, and what do you need to know about this choice?

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: 40 Year Loan, Loan Options, Mortgage

The Top Reasons To Downsize When You Retire

August 12, 2022 by Robby Oakes

If you have been in your house for a long time, there is a great chance that you have paid off almost the entirety of your mortgage. Furthermore, your home may have even gone up in value by tens of thousands of dollars.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Downsizing, Mortgage, Retirement

Call in the Pros: 4 Ways That Using a Mortgage Professional Will Save You a Lot of Money

August 10, 2022 by Robby Oakes

It may seem better to go it alone when it comes to acquiring a mortgage, but there are many benefits associated with using a mortgage professional that can make finding your dream home a lot easier. If you’re currently getting prepared to hit the market and are weighing your options, here are some reasons that a professional who knows the neighborhood will save you money.

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

The Average Mortgage Payment Is Declining. Here’s Why.

January 30, 2020 by Robby Oakes

According to a report that was recently published by the United States Census Bureau, the average mortgage payment has been dropping. According to the bureau, the average payment is just over $1,500 per month. This is shockingly close to the average cost of renting, which is just under $1,500 per month.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Market Trends, Mortgage, Mortgage Rates

How A Reverse Mortgage Can Help With Long-Term Care

January 16, 2020 by Robby Oakes

Anyone who has paid attention to the TV recently has likely seen a lot of commercials for something called a reverse mortgage. For those who might not know, a reverse mortgage is exactly that. In this option, people receive monthly payments from a lender in exchange for equity in their homes. In essence, this functions as an annuity.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Equity, Financing Options, Mortgage

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