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HARP: IT’S NOT TOO LATE

HARP (the Home Affordable Refinance Program) was established by the federal government in early 2009 in response to the housing market crash of 2008. Under this program, homeowners who are still current on payments, but who found themselves “upside down” on their mortgages, can refinance their interest rates to lower their monthly payments. This program […]

FINDING THE RIGHT NEIGHBORHOOD FOR YOU

When we think of looking for a house, we generally start with the basics. How many bedrooms and bathrooms, one story or two, garage or carport, and so on. While all of these are important, don’t overlook the importance of finding the right neighborhood. Here are some tips to identifying what you really want, and […]

8 WAYS TO LOWER YOUR HOME EXPENSES

Congratulations! You did it—you’re now a homeowner. Now that most of the boxes are unpacked, and your new place is starting to feel like home, it’s time to make sure you aren’t wasting money each month. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you look for ways to make your home as […]