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It Is A Smart Investment To Own Your Home

“According to a recent Gallup poll, more Americans are beginning to view real estate as a viable long-term investment. Thirty percent of those surveyed early last month took this view, up from 25% just a year ago. Gallup credited an improving

What To Consider When Refinancing

“When interest rates drop, there’s often a surge in home refinancing. A low-interest-rate environment is bad for savers, but it can be great for those interested in refinancing a home or buying one. The good news is that interest rates are still

Pay Attention To Your Credit

“It’s a good time to think about the ins and outs of buying a house. One factor that can have a big ripple effect on your ability to qualify for a mortgage is your credit card habits. Not sure how

What To Do Before Buying A Home

The spring homebuying season is in full bloom, and odds are, if you’re reading this, you may be thinking it’s time to finally start looking for your first house. But before you dive in, it’s important to get your finances

Avoiding Homeownership Barriers

“Think you can’t buy a home? Think again. In November 2013, Trulia surveyed renters who want to buy a home, asking about the obstacles that hindered their goal. The survey respondents cited several barriers to buying a home, all of which are

How To Perfect Applying For A Mortgage

“If you are planning to buy a home anytime soon, you’ll most likely need to apply for a mortgage. Unfortunately, mortgages can be tougher to get these days than many people think. Credit standards have relaxed a bit, but are

Home Price Appreciation Continues

The Case-Shiller Index increased 0.19% month-over-month and 10.8% year-over-year. Home prices have increased the most in cities like Phoenix, Detroit, and San Francisco. There hasn’t been much growth in most Northeast, where judges must approve foreclosure. Image via Twitter/ShillerFeeds Continue

Don’t Give In To Impulse

A study by Bankrate.com revealed that savings do not fluctuate with income. People typically spend what they make. This is due to impulse purchases. Typical impulse purchases include lottery tickets, clothing, apps, larger food sizes, and games of chance. These
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