Personal Finance Blog
Above all things I am a pragmatist. As a political operative, like a spy, a good businessperson, a sound financial adviser or an undercover cop, the ability to divorce yourself from the emotional ties that often encumber good judgment is one of your … [Read more...]
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For the legions of homeowners out there, watching like hawks as the real estate market appeared to have no bottom, today's real estate news offers a small modicum of relief as reports indicate the bottom is here and prices are on the way up. … [Read more...]
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Spring is a time of renewed energy as people start to spruce up their homes, plant gardens and look ahead to warmer weather and outdoor fun. Spring Cleaning is a time-honored ritual of throwing out accumulated clutter and scrubbing the floors – out … [Read more...]
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April has been designated as National Financial Literacy Month. (Read the National Financial Literacy Month Presidential Proclamation from President Obama.) Every time people apply for a credit card, take out a loan or sign up for a mortgage, … [Read more...]
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What does HARP 2.0 mean for your mortgage? During the past few years of the housing market downturn and recession, many Americans found themselves “underwater” on their mortgages. They were living in homes that they could no longer afford due … [Read more...]
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Homeowners often think that if interest rates drop that they should run out and refinance their property. While a lower interest rate can save you money, it doesn’t mean that a refinance is the right move for you. It’s important to evaluate … [Read more...]
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Before you purchase any big-ticket item, you should do your homework. Buying a home for the first time is no exception to this rule. Fortunately, many homebuyers that have come before you have paved the road of success. Learn from their mistakes so … [Read more...]
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Banks, mortgages lenders and other traditional lenders may have stricter lending criteria, but private mortgage lenders may be reaping the benefits. Private mortgage lending has become a more popular option for various types of borrowers and … [Read more...]
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Many homeowners across the country have a mortgage balance that is more than what their home is worth. This phenomenon is known as an "upside-down mortgage" or an "underwater mortgage." Refinancing the mortgage is typically not the solution because a … [Read more...]
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You've probably read articles or saw on the news that mortgage rates are at "historically low levels." This news may have even caused you to act, calling your mortgage lender and checking out a couple of other lenders. The mortgage rates that these … [Read more...]
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It’s a new housing market, a new lending environment and a new economy. Keeping that in mind, it makes sense that new types of mortgages are popping up all over the place. Some of the innovative new mortgage options that are available to borrowers … [Read more...]
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