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Posts Tagged ‘Homeownership’
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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Sizing up your home options? Try sizing down.
Is smaller better? Is less more? Does size even matter? Dr. Ruth may want to chime in, but if you’re talking about houses, size most definitely matters. The Wisdom Journal extols 12 virtues of why a smaller home
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Transforming home ‘owership’ into homeownership.
Home is where your heart is. It’s the cornerstone of family life. It’s where you live. And it can (and should) be your biggest savings account. Chances are it’s where the bulk of your debt resides, too. If you’re
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Tips for first-time home buyers
Are you ready to say “goodbye” to renting - and begin building equity? If you are and it’s your first home purchase, here are some pointers to keep in mind before you start searching for your (first) home: First
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