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What You Need to Know About Your Mortgage Rate-Shopping Window
It's all about your FICO score!
Did you know that the majority of lenders use your FICO score when determining your ability to manage money? If you're considering getting any type of loan (personal, home, even auto), that's important information to know, as you'll have a better understanding of the judging criteria and how actions affect your score, like rate shopping.Let's say y...
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house-buying scams
Protect Yourself from the Most Common House Buying Scams in the Real Estate Market
With the real estate market booming, it can be difficult to differentiate legitimate opportunities from red flags. Here is how you can protect yourself!
Is Pre-Approval Bad for Credit?
The Impact of a Mortgage Pre-Approval on Your Credit Score
Considering a mortgage pre-approval but worried about your credit score? Discover how pre-approval affects your score and the best strategies to protect your credit.
ARV in Real Estate: How it Influences Home Purchase Decisions
Real estate investment has significantly evolved over the years, providing home buyers, real estate agents, and investors with numerous opportunities to capitalize on property value. One of the key concepts in real estate investment is the After Repair Value (ARV), which greatly influences home purchase decisions. This article will discuss what ARV is, how it is calculated, and its impact on home purchase decisions in the real estate industry. Get A Free Mortgage Quote What Is ARV in Rea
HELOC
The Pros and Cons of Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) for Homeowners
For many homeowners, the walls that protect and cradle our lives also hold a hidden treasure – home equity. Home equity is the portion of your home that you own. It is calculated by subtracting the outstanding mortgage value from the current market value of your precious property. It's a hidden financial reserve that grows as you pay down your mortgage and as your home appreciates. This financial reserve can be a lifeline in times of need. It can be used to unlock your dreams and aspirations.
Home Loans
Guide to a House Property Deed
Clear explanations for every part of the document that officially makes you a homeowner.
Solar Basics
NCM Batteries Explained
Learn more about the intricacies of an NCM battery, its maintenance as well as the impact of these batteries on the environment.
Getting Started
What Is An Easement?
Easement in real estate explained.
Getting Started
What Is a Warranty Deed—Top Things You Should Know
Find out what a warranty deed is, learn the benefits, and see if it’s the right real estate move for you.
Major Purchase
Tax Lien Investing Explained
In many states you can buy the right to collect someone's tax debt and charge high interest, but proceed with caution.
Getting Started
How to Find Out Who Owns a Property
Are you trying to find out the ownership details of a particular home or property? We discuss numerous avenues to determine a property's owner.
Home Loan
How Do I Get a USDA Home Loan?
Discover if a USDA home loan is right for you and if you qualify.
Mortgage Refinance
Can You Refinance an FHA Loan?
Despite the unique features of an FHA loan, refinancing one is a lot like a conventional loan.
Energy Saving Tips
Why Is My Gas Bill So High? Top 5 Reasons
Are you wondering why your gas bill is so high? If so, read this article to check out the most common reasons for this problem!
Home Loans
FHA Loans vs. Conventional Loans: Key Differences
We explain the many differences between FHA loans a conventional home loans.
Home Buying
Joint Tenancy With Right of Survivorship: What to Know
Set yourself up for a smoother transfer of a home in trying times by signing on for joint tenancy with right of survivorship.
Buying a Home
What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate?
If you’ve ever wondered what contingency means in real estate terms, you’re in the right place. Read on to find out more.
Solar Basics
The Solar Panel Installation Process
The benefits of solar panels are well known (saving money!) but how do you get there?
Solar Basics
Pros and Cons of a Solar Panel Lease
Considering investing in a solar panel lease? You need to understand some pros and cons before making the final decision.
Solar Basics
All About Solar Inverters: Which Is Right for Your Home?
The optimal solar energy system for your home will rely on one of three solar inverter types, and we explain the pros and cons.
