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Is Refinancing Your Mortgage Always a Good Idea?

Is Refinancing Your Mortgage Always a Good Idea?

Real Estate

Home ownership for many is a vital part of achieving their part of the American Dream. I can understand as a home can feel like something you’ve worked hard for and will hopefully be a source of improving net worth as well as a place to build lifelong memories. With interest rates being at historic lows, this has allowed more families to possibly realize that dream and move into a house. It has also brought a steady rise in mortgage refinancing for those looking to make their mortgage payments go further. To be honest, it makes sense as refinancing your mortgage can potentially save you tens of thousands of dollars over the life of the mortgage.

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Your Mattress is Not FDIC Insured – Four Reasons to Keep Your Money in the Bank

Your Mattress is Not FDIC Insured – Four Reasons to Keep Your Money in the Bank

Banking

On the heels of the election, many people are worried about the economy, their investments, and their money. I think we are, in fact, in a good place and on track for great growth in the United States and Canada. Europe may have a tougher time. Some people have been so scared that they took their money out of the bank. Let’s just be clear, you should never do that.

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Think Twice When Trusting Your Realtor

Think Twice When Trusting Your Realtor

Real Estate

A year ago last month, I bought my condo. The biggest purchase of my life was one I could not have made on my own. I turned to trusted people to help me through the process. My parents provided guidance, having bought homes in the past. My mortgage banker, a work friend of my father, walked me through some of the steps in closing my first mortgage. Last, but certainly not least, my realtor, a family friend, helped me find my home and get the best price possible. Allegedly.

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