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3 Facts About VA Loans To Know

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes There were more than 18 million veterans in the U.S. in 2023, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). If you’re one, there…

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Why Do Mortgage Rates Change?

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes After watching mortgage rates hit record lows during the pandemic and then tick up, you may be wondering, “Why do mortgage rates change?” In…

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What Is an Appraisal? 

Estimated reading time: 1 minute An appraisal is a written report by a qualified professional (appraiser) estimating the value of a property. During the appraisal process, appraisers…

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How To Pay Off a Mortgage Early

Does paying off your mortgage early sound too good to be true? Well, becoming mortgage-free may be easier than you think. There are a few paths many homeowners take—from paying down…

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