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VA Loans and 10 Things You May Not Know About Them

Posted on February 5, 2014 by Erin Johnston

VA loans are flexible, no down payment loans for military borrowers. VA loans have unique benefits and not all borrowers are aware of these, even those who are long time borrowers. Here are 10 things you may not know. As … Continue reading →

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Mortgage Rates Continue Downward Trend

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Erin Johnston

Mortgage rates for the most popular loans decreased this week as reports of a weakening economic recovery showed a decline in December new home sales. Adding to the drop in averages — for the fourth consecutive week — was another … Continue reading →

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Budgeting ? Don’t Make These 4 Classic Mistakes

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Erin Johnston

If you planned out to start 2014 with a budget, you are not alone. Last year nearly half of all Americans were unable to afford basic need bills such as medical car or housing and 1/3 were living day to … Continue reading →

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New Mortgage Rules In Effect

Posted on January 17, 2014 by Erin Johnston

Starting January 10th, 2014, new rules will be instated designed to help make mortgages safer. Unfortunately, these new rules come at a difficult time as fewer homeowners are refinancing and could result in less choice for borrowers. With lending already … Continue reading →

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Growing Your Business in 2014

Posted on January 3, 2014 by Erin Johnston

A new year is fast approaching and with that comes the need for strategic planning and preparing to meet or exceed our present year’s accomplishments. To truly grow our business, however, we must learn from our past and change those … Continue reading →

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Ready for Retirement?

Posted on December 23, 2013 by Erin Johnston

Retirement planning is among the top financial worries for Americans. The best way to help alleviate this anxiety is to become proactive about it and the best time to start is now. Being wise with your investments can offer several … Continue reading →

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Financial Safety on the Internet

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Erin Johnston

With the technology of today allowing for easy online banking from computers as well as smartphones, cybercriminals are creating new and sophisticated ways of hijacking your accounts. Even though financial institutions are taking all the precautions they can, it still … Continue reading →

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Low Down Payment Loans Available

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Erin Johnston

For those of us who may not have the recommended 20% down for purchasing a house, there is good news. Instead of being forced to turn to the FHA for a low down loan there are now some banks who … Continue reading →

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Get More With Less!

Posted on August 9, 2012 by

In 1981, it took 36% of the family’s budget to buy a home.  Today, the average family only needs 15% of that income to purchase a home. History is on your side…..Call an agent today to find out how to take advantage of … Continue reading →

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