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It’s Tax Season… Use Your Refund To Jump Start Your Down Payment Savings!

According to data released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Americans can expect an estimated average refund of $2,840 this year when filing their taxes. This is down slightly from the average…

Written by Roy Merlino

February 28, 2018

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Is Now A Good Time To Rent?

People often ask if now is a good time to buy a home, but nobody ever asks when it’s a good time to rent. Regardless, we want to make certain…

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February 27, 2018

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Latest NAR Data Shows Now Is a Great Time to Sell!

We all realize that the best time to sell anything is when demand for that item is high, and the supply of that item is limited. Two major reports released…

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February 26, 2018

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Millionaire To Millennials: Don’t Rent A Home… Buy!

In a CNBC article, self-made millionaire David Bach explained that: “The biggest mistake millennials are making is not buying their first home.” He goes on to say that, “If you want to build real financial…

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February 26, 2018

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Low Inventory Pushes Home Prices Higher

According to CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Index, prices appreciated by 6.9% year-over-year from December 2016 to December 2017 on a national level. This marks the fifth month in a row with at least…

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February 26, 2018

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Mortgage Rates On FIRE! Home Prices Up In Smoke?

Mortgage interest rates have already risen by over a quarter of a percentage point in 2018. Many are projecting that rates could increase to 5% by the end of…

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February 23, 2018

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The Mortgage Process: What You Need To Know [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights: Many buyers are purchasing a home with a down payment as little as 3%. You may already qualify for a loan, even if you don’t have perfect credit. Take…

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February 23, 2018

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Where Are Mortgage Interest Rates Headed In 2018?

The interest rate you pay on your home mortgage has a direct impact on your monthly payment. The higher the rate the greater the payment will be. That is why…

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February 20, 2018

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2 Ways To Get The Most Money From The Sale Of Your Home

Every homeowner wants to make sure they maximize their financial reward when selling their home. But how do you guarantee that you receive the maximum value for your house? Here…

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February 20, 2018

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Should I Wait Until Next Year To Buy? Or Buy Now? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights: The Cost of Waiting to Buy is defined as the additional funds it would take to buy a home if prices & interest rates were to increase over a period…

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February 16, 2018

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It’s Tax Season… Use Your Refund To Jump Start Your Down Payment Savings!

Is Now A Good Time To Rent?

Latest NAR Data Shows Now Is a Great Time to Sell!

Millionaire To Millennials: Don’t Rent A Home… Buy!

Low Inventory Pushes Home Prices Higher

Mortgage Rates On FIRE! Home Prices Up In Smoke?

The Mortgage Process: What You Need To Know [INFOGRAPHIC]

Where Are Mortgage Interest Rates Headed In 2018?

2 Ways To Get The Most Money From The Sale Of Your Home

Should I Wait Until Next Year To Buy? Or Buy Now? [INFOGRAPHIC]

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