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Second Home Mortgage Rates: 2022 Outlook

If you’ve built up a significant amount of equity in your primary residence in the last few years, you might be tempted to purchase a second home. However, you will likely need to...

Mar 28, 2022

8 min read.

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What To Know About Mortgage Rates in Florida

With nearly 1,000 people moving to Florida every day, you definitely need to prepare yourself before entering the highly competitive Florida real estate market. Mortgage rates...

Mar 28, 2022

8 min read.

Single Purpose Entities: Everything You Need To Know

If you’re looking to invest in real estate, you need to make sure that you’re protecting yourself and your assets. One of the best ways to do this is through a single purpose...

Mar 28, 2022

7 min read.

Mortgage Broker vs. Direct Lender: How To Choose

Navigating the mortgage world can be incredibly challenging — especially for newcomers. With so many decisions to make, the process can quickly become overwhelming. One of the...

Jan 24, 2022

7 min read.

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Should I Lock My Mortgage Rate Today?

Your mortgage rate is one of the most important factors you need to consider when buying a home. A good mortgage rate could be the difference between being able to afford the home...

Jan 24, 2022

7 min read.

Mortgage Prequalification vs. Preapproval

Navigating the home buying process and all its different terms can be confusing. Two terms that you may have heard before are “prequalification” and “preapproval”. A gold standard...

Jan 24, 2022

7 min read.

10 Questions To Ask a Mortgage Lender

If you’re looking to buy a home, the odds are that you have tons of questions about the process. In fact, there may also be questions that you don’t even know to ask. Thankfully,...

Jan 24, 2022

8 min read.

Silent Second Mortgages: Everything You Need To Know

With inflation at record highs, there’s no denying that money is tight these days. And when you’re spending more money on everything from food to cars, it can be extremely...

Jan 24, 2022

6 min read.

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Disadvantages of Seller Paying Closing Costs

Most home buyers know that they need a down payment to buy a house, but many aren’t aware that they also need to pay closing costs. These additional costs can make it difficult...

Jan 24, 2022

7 min read.

Pros and Cons of Refinancing

It seems as though everyone is talking about refinancing these days. But is refinancing your mortgage actually beneficial for your unique financial situation? It depends. Learn...

Dec 30, 2021

8 min read.

Mortgage Brokers: What To Know Before Using One

Many home buyers assume that they have to go directly to a lender to find a loan. However, that’s not the case when you use a mortgage broker. Here’s what you should know about...

Sep 30, 2021

6 min read.

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Mortgage Loan Officer Job Description, Typical Salary, and Pro Advice

Even if you’ve heard of a mortgage loan officer, you might not know their job description and salary. Perhaps this could be the right career choice for you! A mortgage loan...

Sep 15, 2021

6 min read.

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