Nobody ever likes to admit when they are wrong, but sometimes it really is best to just cut your losses and run. This can apply to many different things in life, from relationships to money, but since this blog primarily focuses on good personal ...
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How Do I Get Prequalified for a Mortgage?
Readers: This is article 24 of 25 from my no-nonsense "Mortgage Basics" quick-reference series.
The difference between being prequalified or preapproved for a home loan can be a critical factor in determining whether or not you'll get the home of ...
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How Do I Get Preapproved for a Mortgage?
Readers: This is the final article in my 25-part no-nonsense "Mortgage Basics" quick-reference series. I hope you found the series to be informative.
The difference between being prequalified or preapproved for a home loan can be a critical factor ...
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5 Signs You’re Ready to Quit Signing Leases
Calling all renters! Let's take a look at all of your previous living situations. By now, I'm sure you have dealt with your fair share of landlords, both extremely accommodating as well as a few uncooperative. You've forked over several down ...
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Is It Better to Be Prequalified or Preapproved for a Mortgage?
Readers: This is article 23 of 25 from my no-nonsense "Mortgage Basics" quick-reference series.
The difference between being prequalified or preapproved for a home loan can be a critical factor in determining whether or not you'll get the home of ...
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5 Ways to Save Money on Your Moving Expenses
Moving to a new home is stressful enough without additional financial worries. After all, there are many costs involved in the moving process. For example, you may need to hire housecleaners, long distance moving companies and perhaps even secure the ...
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What Is a Mortgage Broker (and Is One Right for You)?
Readers: This is article 20 of 25 from my no-nonsense "Mortgage Basics" quick-reference series.
A mortgage broker is an independent middleman who finds potential customers for mortgage lenders. The mortgage broker's job is to collect all of the ...
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Should I Pay Off My Mortgage Early?
Readers: This is article 18 of 25 from my no-nonsense "Mortgage Basics" quick-reference series.
The decision to pay off the mortgage early is always a hotly debated topic. Unfortunately, because everybody's circumstances are different, there is no ...
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How Does the Homebuying Process Work?
Readers: This is article 16 of 25 from my no-nonsense "Mortgage Basics" quick-reference series.
Purchasing a house can seem like a daunting task -- especially if you're doing it for the first time. Thankfully, the home buying process can be boiled ...
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6 Big Home Seller Mistakes That Turn Off Potential Homebuyers
When a potential buyer walks through your front door, what do they see? First impressions are really important, and many buyers will know within seconds whether the place is right for them. However, there are certain things that'll put buyers off ...
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5 Tips for Avoiding Buyer’s Remorse (That I Learned the Hard Way)
I think it's safe to say that, like the common cold, almost all of us occasionally suffer from buyer's remorse. Today, against my better judgment, I'm going to share my worst case ever, which occurred many years ago when I was just 25 years-old, ...
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How Big Should My Mortgage Down Payment Be?
Readers: This is article 10 of 25 from my no-nonsense "Mortgage Basics" quick-reference series.
Although there are exceptions to every rule, mortgage providers generally require homebuyers to contribute a minimum down payment somewhere between ...
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What Is a VA Loan?
Readers: This is article 8 of 25 from my no-nonsense "Mortgage Basics" quick-reference series.
VA loans are government-backed mortgages that are insured by the Veteran's Administration. VA loans are available from qualified lenders to homebuyers ...
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What Is an FHA Loan?
Readers: This is article 7 of 25 from my no-nonsense "Mortgage Basics" quick-reference series.
An FHA loan is a government-backed mortgage that is insured by the Federal Housing Administration. Although anyone can apply for an FHA loan, they were ...
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Should I Get a Fixed-Rate Mortgage or an ARM?
Readers: This is article 6 of 25 from my no-nonsense "Mortgage Basics" quick-reference series.
One of the biggest decisions a homebuyer makes when purchasing a home is whether to get an adjustable rate mortgage (ARM) or a fixed-rate mortgage. Of ...
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Creative Financing Options for Investing in International Real Estate
With a tightening of lending regulations and eligibility criteria it can be a challenge to get a mortgage in your own country, so when it comes to financing options to fund the purchase of international real estate, you sometimes have to think ...
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The Latest Home Buying Survey Shows Increased Optimism
Owning a home has always been a big part of the American Dream. In fact, with the wide variety of homes on the market and interest rates still near historic all-time lows, it's no wonder that so many people remain seriously interested in taking steps ...
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Mailbag: Are US Savings Bonds Worth Buying Anymore?
So in light of the Federal deficit, devaluation of the dollar, lack of jobs, etc., what's your view of U.S. Savings Bonds these days? I have some, and can't find anyone talking about whether they're still a good investment. Yes, they earn relatively ...
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Comparing Tiger Woods’ Home Carrying Costs to Mine
When it comes to holes-in-one, I always tell anyone who will listen that Tiger Woods has got nothing on me.
Did you know I recorded my first ace not long after reaching my 18th birthday, fully two months before Tiger got his first one? I ...
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What Goes Around Comes Around: Rising Interest Rates Are Inevitable
Last summer my 12-year-old daughter, Nina, was extolling the fashion virtues of her hot pink Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star high-top sneakers, better known to many as simply, "Chucks."
What I found amusing was while Nina really thought she was on ...
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