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Who Really Owns Your Mortgage?

chris-birkIt has all the makings of a cheesy public service announcement: A panic-stricken homeowner leaps out of bed, jarred awake by a sudden and striking question — “It’s midnight, do you
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We know you’re a Saver; we don’t know if you’re a renter or an owner. Do tell.

Our Dutch parent ING recently surveyed a bunch of Yanks, Brits and Aussies to find out when they thought people buy their first homes. Turns out no matter where they live—this side of the pond, Down Under
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PT Money Guest Post: The True Cost of Owning a Home

my first home a few years ago. I love our home and really enjoyed the process of buying the place. I have to admit though, I was a bit surprised at how much a home costs, both in terms of
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First time homebuyer? Get all your ducks in a row.

Itching to buy a home for the first time? Maybe you sat on the fence while everyone else jumped it for the low housing prices – and even lower interest rates. Don’t let first-time home-buying jitters keep you from taking the
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The new name of the mortgage lending game? Transparency.

Ever wish mortgage lenders were more like windows and less like brick walls? That is, a little clearer about their rates, terms and what it means to you on a monthly, annual and long-term basis? Well, your wish just
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Renting vs. Homeowning: What’s your Saver stance?

If you’ve ever wrestled with the “renting vs. owning” question, you know it’s not always an obvious or easy decision. Frugal Dad enters the ring and pins down his thoughts on renting. According to him, renting doesn’t always equate to throwing your money away. What do you think? We came up with
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A make-believe budget could change your reality. For realsies.

Remember the days of make believe? You could entertain yourself for hours just by using your own imagination. Cops and robbers. Super heroes. House. All fun and fond memories. Guess what? We think as an adult you could stand
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Homeownership: An opportunity, not a right.

If you want to own a home, save for it. It’s a simple concept, one your parents most likely subscribed to. Sadly, it’s a message that has been lost in translation over the past several years. If there’s
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