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Mortgage 101: Understanding ‘PITI’ and What Goes in to Your Monthly Payments

December 19, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Ask any friend or family member that owns a home and they will share that it takes a bit of management to keep all the expenses under control. Let’s explore the concept of PITI and why it is vital to have a clear picture of how much your home is costing you each month.

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

You Ask, We Answer: How Do I Know If It’s a Good Idea to Refinance My Mortgage?

December 14, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Are you interested in paying less per month on your mortgage? Or perhaps you would prefer if your mortgage was paid off a couple of months – or years – faster? If you are a homeowner with a mortgage, one option that is open to you is refinancing. In today’s post, we will explore the topic of mortgage refinancing and how to know if it is a good idea.

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

The Pros and Cons of a Large Down Payment When Buying a Home

December 12, 2017 by Robby Oakes

If you are in the market for a new home, one of the considerations you will need to make is how much to invest in your down payment. Let’s take a quick look at some of the pros and cons of making a large down payment when buying your next home.

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

Make 2018 the Year You Escape the ‘Rental Trap’ by Buying Your Own Home

November 30, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Are you growing tired of paying rent each month and not building your net worth? Being stuck in the ‘rental trap’ isn’t much fun, but if you are determined, you can break out. Let’s explore some of the steps that you can take to make 2018 the year that you become a homeowner.

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

Graduating With Student Loan Debt and Worried About Your Mortgage Prospects? You’re Not Alone

November 28, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Did you recently graduate from college or university? If so, you may still be dealing with a financial hangover in the form of student loan debt. The vast majority of today’s students have to borrow to invest in their education, which can affect financial plans once school is finished. In today’s post, we will explore buying a home with a mortgage when still dealing with outstanding student loan debt.

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

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