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3 simple ways to minimize increases even with a fixed-rate mortgage loan If you've ever been surprised by a mortgage payment increase—even though you have a fixed-rate loan—you’re not alone. We recently wrote about why this happens in our article…
Debt consolidation made easy for PA & FL homeowners If you’re like many homeowners in Pennsylvania or Florida, you may be feeling the weight of monthly debt payments — credit cards, personal loans, auto loans — all piling up on…
How It Can Save You Money on Property Taxes If you own a home in Pennsylvania or Florida, you may be eligible for a homestead exemption, a valuable tax benefit that can significantly lower your property taxes. But how does…
How Personal Goals and Market Conditions Shape Your Decision Refinancing your mortgage can feel like a big decision—because it is. After all, swapping out your current home loan for a new one can affect your monthly budget, your long-term financial…
Fixed Rate, Variable Costs: Escrow's Impact on Mortgage Payments If you’re a homeowner, you may have noticed that your mortgage payment isn’t always the same each year, even if you have a fixed-rate mortgage. For many, this can come as…
From setup to monthly payments, here’s everything you need to know about mortgage escrow accounts. When you’re going through the process of buying a home, you’ll likely encounter a mortgage escrow account. For many first-time buyers, this can sound confusing…
Predicting the Market: Are Rates Likely to Fall Further? With the recent drop in mortgage interest rates after several years of steady increases, many homeowners are left wondering: Is now the right time to refinance, or should I wait for…
How to Use Your Investments to Secure a Home Loan If you have significant assets but don't meet traditional income qualifications for a mortgage, there's an innovative solution that might suit your needs: the Asset Utilization Mortgage, a type of…
Let’s be honest—refinancing your mortgage can feel like a hassle. It’s a process full of paperwork, waiting, and uncertainty, and for many homeowners, it’s been more stressful than it’s worth. Maybe you’ve been turned down for refinancing before, or your…
When you're buying a home with an FHA loan, the appraisal process is a crucial step. Unlike a traditional home appraisal that mainly focuses on determining the market value of a property, an FHA appraisal goes a step further to…
