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How Much House Can I Afford?

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April 19, 2013

The current housing market presents many opportunities for potential homebuyers. With interest rates near historic lows and the rising cost of rent, the dream of homeownership has been put within reach for many individuals looking to buy their first home.

If you’re thinking about buying your own home, it’s important to…


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Why You Should Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage Loan

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April 12, 2013

With interest rates near historic lows and home prices only starting to rise, now is the perfect time to think about buying a home. But, before you start searching for your dream house, there’s one particularly important task you need to check off your to-do list—getting pre-approved for a…


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So You Want to Buy/Sell a Condo, Now What?

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March 29, 2013

As we discussed in our last blog post, “What You Should Know Before Buying a Condo,” condos may be charming, but obtaining a mortgage for one can be complicated, especially if you aren’t prepared with specific information ahead of time.

In short, borrowers must provide lenders with documents, such as…


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What You Should Know Before Buying a Condo

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March 15, 2013

If you’re thinking about buying a place of your own, condos can be a great choice for many different reasons. Whether you’re enticed by amenities that accommodate your lifestyle, the viability of owning a vacation home or the right size residence for retired living, condos may be the route…


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The Low-Down On Down Payment Options For Homebuyers

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March 1, 2013

Conventional wisdom says you should have a down payment of at least 20% when you buy a house. While there certainly are benefits to instantly having 20% equity in your home, this old way of thinking doesn’t take the unique financial needs of today’s homebuyers into consideration.

As the saying…

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