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Your Options for Avoiding Foreclosure
Unexpected challenges in your life can make it difficult to make your monthly mortgage payments. These steps can help you avoid foreclosure and get back on track.
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The Math Behind Putting Down Less Than 20%
See the numbers that explain how a smaller down payment affects your monthly mortgage.
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What If I Don’t Qualify for a Loan?
Learn why your lender might deny your loan application and steps you can take to improve your financial situation and chances of getting approved in the future.
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Qualifying for a Mortgage When You’re Self-Employed
Tips to navigate the homebuying process if you’re self-employed.
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The 7 Parts of a Mortgage Payment
Understanding the components that make up a mortgage payment can help you choose the mortgage option that is best for you.
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What to Know Before Buying a Home at Higher Risk of a Natural Disaster
When you are in the market to purchase a home, it’s important to think about how your home might fare in the event of a natural disaster.
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Why Was My Mortgage Sold?
If you received a letter stating that Freddie Mac purchased your mortgage, you should not be alarmed and do not need to take action.
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Sparking Action: Wildfire Preparedness
If you are in an area where wildfires are an active risk, it's important to act now to protect your home later.
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5 Things You Should Understand About Your Lease
Before you sign on the dotted line, take some time to review the details of your rental agreement.
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Tax Deductions for Homeowners
Tax breaks are one of the many benefits of homeownership.
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Ways to Make Homebuying More Affordable
There are many types of affordable housing, see which one best suits your budget and lifestyle needs.
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What is a Short Sale and How Does it Work?
If you are facing financial hardship and have exhausted all options to remain in your home, one alternative to foreclosure is a short sale.
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The 5 Factors that Make Up Your Credit Score
Take a close look at the factors that make up your FICO® credit score and the importance of each to your score.
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Common Scams After a Disaster and How to Avoid Them
You can help avoid becoming a victim of a disaster-related scam by being aware of some common schemes.
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6 Tips to Consider When Shopping for a Lender
It pays shop for a lender. Learn six tips for getting quotes and comparing mortgage options to help find the home loan that’s right for you.
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What to Do When Your Home Appraisal Is Below Your Asking Price
Learn what could cause your home to be appraised lower than your asking price and your options for moving ahead with selling your house.
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Should My Offer Include an Escalation Clause?
If you and your real estate agent are confident that there will be multiple offers on a home, you may consider including an escalation clause in your offer.
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What to Do If Your Apartment Has a Rodent Problem
Learn what you can do to help prevent rodents from becoming roommates in your apartment during the cold winter months.
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Considering an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? Here’s What You Should Know
Learn about different types of ARMs, when an ARM may be a good option, and when to think about refinancing.
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How to Build Wealth by Investing Your Money
Learn when and how to invest your money to build wealth for your long-term benefit.
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How Home Renovations Can Protect You from Natural Hazards
Learn more about renovations that can protect your home from severe weather.
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Building Blocks to Wealth: Constructing a Stable Financial Future for Your Family
Learn more about steps you can take to start building wealth today.
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Is It Possible to Rent an Apartment with Low or No Credit?
Your credit score can be an important factor when renting, but it’s not the only factor.
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Qualifying for a Mortgage with Student Loan Debt
Don’t let your student loan debt dissuade you from homeownership if you’re financially ready.
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The Essential Guide to Creating a Homebuying Budget
Prepare financially to own a home by understanding the costs of buying, owning and maintaining your home and how to budget accordingly.
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The 4 C's of Qualifying for a Mortgage
Thinking about buying a home but not sure whether you qualify for a mortgage? Here's what lenders look for in a borrower.
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What Is Credit Life Insurance? Should I Have It?
Learn what credit life insurance is — and ways you can ensure your loved ones are protected from any large financial burden when you die.
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Getting Started in a New Apartment in a New City
We've put together some tips to help you settle into your new apartment and explore your new city.
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Understanding Discriminatory Restrictive Covenants
Know your rights when it comes to restrictive covenants in your housing documents.
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How to Use Your Tax Refund to Buy a Home
If you are expecting a tax refund from the IRS, there are several ways you can use those funds to bring yourself closer to homeownership.
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5 Tips for Online House Hunting
Searching for a new home online can be convenient and efficient. Here are five tips to house hunt online effectively.
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What to Look for in an Energy-Efficient Rental
If you're searching for a place to rent, here are some features to look for to determine if the building is energy efficient.
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Weathering the Storm: Hurricane Preparedness
If you live in an area prone to hurricanes, learn how you can safeguard your home to help weather the storm and ease your recovery.
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10 Real Estate Terms Every Homebuyer Should Know
Buying a home is exciting, but it's easy to get overwhelmed if you're not familiar with the homebuying vocabulary.
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