Posts tagged homeloans
How Much Should I Spend on My Home?

If you’re a first-time home buyer, you may have no idea how much house you can actually afford. What’s expensive for some buyers may be totally doable for you (whereas that cobblestone dream home down the street may be more of a future goal than a practical starter home). There’s no quick formula to figuring out how much you should spend on your home, but we’ll give you the top 6 factors to consider so you can start honing in on your ideal price range. 

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How Homeowners Can Save Thousands with an Energy-Efficient Mortgage

When you’re staring down yet another $400 utility bill in the dead of winter, the idea of an energy-efficient house might start to seem really appealing. An energy-efficient home loan is one approach to funding home improvements, however it can also lead to higher periodic mortgage payments. Energy-efficient mortgages are most of the times accompanied by potential challenges.

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How to Nail a Great Deal when Buying a House

Getting a good deal on your dream house requires you to be informed on current rates, and educated when it comes the home buying process. Whether you want to buy your own home or an investment property, remember: whenever you can, avoid settling for the existing market-price.

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5 Tips for Getting the Perfect Home

You might have mastered the art of nailing a good deal on a home, but that’s all for naught if you don’t pick a home that matches your personality and needs. Finding the perfect house is like going on a blind date; you have to think about how your date makes you feel, whether they’ll connect with your loved ones, and whether you have a future together.

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Top 10 Mistakes Made by Most First-Time Home Buyers

Are you shopping for a new home? You may have already noticed how househunting can be bizarrely taxing to the body and mind. Don’t worry,  we’re here to get you to the other side of ownership with a big smile on your face. So, let’s jump straight into the deep end and take a look at the top first-time home buyer mistakes.

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How to Get a Home in Spite of Bad Credit

You may think you can't buy a home if your credit is poor, but we have some good news: even if your credit score is lurking somewhere in the depths of the Atlantic Ocean, you can still own your dream home—and without a down payment of 20%.

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