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As 2025 winds down, many homeowners are looking at their financial goals for the new year. One of the most powerful tools you may have at...

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If you’ve been waiting for the right time to buy a home in Florida, 2025 may finally be opening that door.  Mortgage rates have dipped to...

When you’re buying a home, one of the biggest choices you’ll make is the type of mortgage you choose. The two most common options are...

Buying a home can feel like a dream that’s just out of reach. You might think, “Maybe someday I’ll own a house… but not now.”  If that...

If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the right  moment to buy a home, you’re not alone. Many people have spent the past...

When it comes to buying a home, credit plays a huge role , but not everything you’ve heard about it is true. Believing the wrong things...

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If saving for a big down payment is holding you back from buying a home, there’s good news— a 1% down mortgage  could be the solution...

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Looking for the right mortgage? Here’s a fast breakdown of common loan options to help you choose what fits best: Fixed-Rate Mortgage...