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The 20 Most Affordable Places in America to Buy a Home

Over the last few years, the housing market has stayed stubbornly expensive for much of the country—but there are certain areas where bargains

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Staying Home to Save: How Moving Back with Parents Can Fast-Track a Down Payment

When Danielle Hale’s roommates both announced their engagements in 2012, she found herself facing a decision. Rather than searching for a new place

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Homeownership: A Reason to Be Thankful This Season

Thanksgiving is more than a holiday—it’s a moment to reflect on the people, experiences, and places that make life meaningful. For many, one of

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Good News for Homebuyers: It May Get a Little Cheaper to Purchase a Home

These days, those hoping to buy a home have to contend with consistently rising home prices and mortgage rates that stubbornly refuse to come down.

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The Back and Forth on Interest Rates

Hello everyone. Welcome back to the Mortgage Rundown. Today we are going to talk about what’s happening with interest rates. The last month has

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Most Americans Would Purchase a Haunted Home—If the Price Was Right

Nearly three-quarters of Americans would buy a haunted home—if the price was right. About 72% of folks would buy a home inhabited by ghosts if the

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What You Need to Know About FHA Streamline Refinances

Are you looking to lower the monthly payment on your FHA mortgage? A refinance could be the answer. And one of the nice things about Federal Housing

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The Impact of Lower Mortgage Rates: Home Sales Set to Rise After September Rate Retreat

If anyone ever doubted the impact of lower mortgage rates on the housing market, consider what happened in September. Pending home sales, an

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10 Reverse Mortgage Myths and Misconceptions

A few common myths and misconceptions often confuse homeowners about Reverse mortgages. An experienced lender like New American Funding (NAF) can

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How To Get Rid Of Private Mortgage Insurance

As you begin the process of searching for your dream home and figuring out how mortgages work, you’ll run into a lot of terminology around mortgage

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Do You Pay Taxes On Cash-Out Refinance?

Understanding the financial effects of a Cash-Out Refinance is essential. One question that often comes up with homeowners is whether they must pay

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Second-Tier VA Loan: What It Is and Who Qualifies

For active-duty military and veterans, second-tier VA loans may be able to fund and finance the dream of homeownership. The U.S. Department of

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