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Tap into your home’s equity with this lesser known option
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Tap into your home’s equity with this lesser known option

As a homeowner, you've likely built up significant equity in your property over the years. But did you know you can tap into that equity to finance major expenses? One of the most popular methods is cash-out refinancing. This option can provide you with the funds needed for home improvements, ...

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How Much House Can You Afford?
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How Much House Can You Afford?

Do you dream of owning your own home? The key to turning that dream into reality lies in understanding how much house you can truly afford. It's not just about finding a home you love; it's about finding one that fits into your budget. Learn how to calculate the right ...

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Should You Rent or Buy a Home in an Unstable Market?
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Should You Rent or Buy a Home in an Unstable Market?

The real estate market has definitely seen its ups and downs over the past few years, leaving potential buyers in a quandary: should you buy or rent a home? Economic uncertainties, fluctuating property values, and unpredictable interest rates can leave you wondering about the wisest choice for your financial future. ...

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From Dream to Reality: Ebony’s journey to homeownership
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From Dream to Reality: Ebony’s journey to homeownership

Homeownership - and the agency that comes with it - is a milestone that everyone should be able to experience. However, rising interest rates and a low housing inventory have kept homeownership out of reach for many, including Ebony Tarrance, a mother and hair stylist from Montgomery, Alabama. Becoming a homeowner ...

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Don’t expect home prices to crash during the next recession the way they typically do in a downturn
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Don’t expect home prices to crash during the next recession the way they typically do in a downturn

What goes up must come down — even if it takes a while.  The Federal Reserve's attempts to cool inflation have yet to bring the economy to equilibrium. As it approaches a likely downturn, experts predict a recession could hit the US within the next 12 months. In the past, recessions have ...

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Ready to sell your home? What you need to know about tax implications
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Ready to sell your home? What you need to know about tax implications

If you’ve been avidly reading the headlines on the soaring real estate market, you might be thinking that now is the time to cash in…sell your spacious home and move into a smaller place you can rent or own. One issue that many sellers often don’t completely understand is the ...

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