• The Dramatic Impact of Homeownership on Net Worth,Kymberly Clem- McCreary

    The Dramatic Impact of Homeownership on Net Worth

    The Dramatic Impact of Homeownership on Net Worth If you're trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home this year, here's a powerful insight that could give you the clarity and confidence you need to fix. Every three years, the Federal Reserve releases the Survey of Consumer Finances (SCF), which

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  • Avoid These Common Mistakes After Applying for a Mortgage,Kymberly Clem- McCreary

    Avoid These Common Mistakes After Applying for a Mortgage

    Avoid These Common Mistakes After Applying for a Mortgage If you’re getting ready to buy a home, it’s exciting to jump a few steps ahead and think about moving in and making it your own. But before you get too far down the emotional path, there are some key things to keep in mind after you apply for

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  • Ways Your Home Equity Can Help You Reach Your Goals,Kymberly Clem- McCreary

    Ways Your Home Equity Can Help You Reach Your Goals

    Ways Your Home Equity Can Help You Reach Your Goals If you’ve owned your house for at least a couple of years, there’s something you’re going to want to know more about – and that’s home equity. If you’re not familiar with that term, Freddie Mac defines it like this: “. . . your home’s equity is the

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  • What Lower Mortgage Rates Mean for Your Purchasing Power,Kymberly Clem- McCreary

    What Lower Mortgage Rates Mean for Your Purchasing Power

    What Lower Mortgage Rates Mean for Your Purchasing Power If you want to buy a home, knowing how mortgage rates impact what you can afford and how much you'll pay each month is important. Fortunately, rates for 30-year fixed mortgages have come down significantly since the end of October and are curr

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