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Buying a home
Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or you want to refinance, it's important to give your finances extra consideration to help position you to pursue your goal.
Keep in mind:
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your mortgage principal and interest payments
Look carefully
at all real estate taxes
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your homeowners insurance costs based on the home seller's current bill
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How does a mortgage work?
Learn what a mortgage is, how one works, and how payments are applied to your principal.
Fixed vs. adjustable rate mortgages
One of your first homebuying decisions will be whether to look for a fixed-rate or adjustable-rate mortgage.
Planning for extra costs when buying a home
Learn about the extra costs associated with buying a house besides your mortgage payment.
How much home can you comfortably afford?
Before you fall in love with a house, make sure you can cover the costs for everything you'll need to pay for.
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Winning the negotiation when selling your home
In a real estate sale, knowing how to negotiate can be critical.
Considering home ownership? Here's what you should know
Tips to help you weigh the potential costs, benefits and risks.
Top 5 reasons to refinance
This infographic will help you think through the pros and cons.
Are you ready to buy a home?
Answering these seven questions can help you figure out whether it's the right move for you to make now.
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