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Can You Afford That House? 6 Easy Ways to Find Out

Posted on April 18, 2023 by Brittany Icayan

How to make sure your craft beer hobby and monthly mortgage payments can co-exist. This article was contributed by financial expert and blogger Mary Beth Storjohann, CFP, author, speaker, and founder of Workable Wealth. She provides financial coaching for individuals … Continue reading →

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Can I Claim the Mortgage Interest Deduction?

Posted on March 6, 2023 by Brittany Icayan

Details can be tricky. Double-check yourself with these tax rules affecting homeowners. Like most homeowners over the past couple of years, you may have discovered that you can no longer write off your property taxes or claim the mortgage interest … Continue reading →

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Your Stress-Free Guide to Shopping for Home Loans

Posted on April 25, 2022 by Debbie Prosser

With this super-simple breakdown of loan types, you won’t get overwhelmed — you’ll find the right mortgage. When it comes to buying a house, most people know what they prefer: a bungalow or a condo, a hot neighborhood or a … Continue reading →

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Are Closing Costs Deductible?

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Meg Powers

The answer to whether closing costs are tax deductible — or mortgage interest and property taxes for that matter — is often maddeningly, “It depends.” Basically, you’ll want to itemize if you have deductions totaling more than the standard deduction, … Continue reading →

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What to Know About Credit before Buying a Home

Posted on September 3, 2021 by Debbie Prosser

Like it or not, your credit score is one of the most important numbers in your life, ranking up there with your Social Security number, date of birth, and wedding anniversary. This three-digit number is your financial report card, except … Continue reading →

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How to Find the Right Realtor

Posted on August 20, 2021 by Debbie Prosser

For every journey, there is a guide. To navigate his magical powers, Harry Potter had Dumbledore. To channel the Force and save the galaxy, Luke had Yoda. And to navigate the constantly shifting real estate market, you have a Realtor. … Continue reading →

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To Zillow or Not to Zillow?

Posted on August 11, 2021 by Debbie Prosser

When looking for available homes in your area, the first website to appear on your browser will likely be Zillow. You may peruse the user-friendly site, find a home you love, and contact the listing agent only to find that … Continue reading →

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Home Appraisals Step by Step

Posted on August 9, 2021 by Debbie Prosser

Most people have deeply personal reasons for wanting to buy a home. Maybe it’s the bathroom that feels like a dreamy, modern spa. Or that two-tiered deck just made for parties. Your lender doesn’t care about the freestanding tub. Or … Continue reading →

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Needs vs Wants in a Home

Posted on August 4, 2021 by Debbie Prosser

When you embark on the home-buying process, your heart is filled with all the dreams in the world. It’s really easy to get caught up in the “I have to have ___________, so I’ll cut back somewhere else ” game, … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: Mortgage

Can You Afford That House? 6 Easy Ways to Find Out

Can I Claim the Mortgage Interest Deduction?

Your Stress-Free Guide to Shopping for Home Loans

Are Closing Costs Deductible?

What to Know About Credit before Buying a Home

How to Find the Right Realtor

To Zillow or Not to Zillow?

Home Appraisals Step by Step

Needs vs Wants in a Home

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