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Archives for March, 2014

Tips to Help Your Move go Smoothly

March 30, 2014

Moving can be an exciting, but stressful experience. Take a look at our latest blog post for some tips on helping your move go smoothly.

Choosing the Right Mortgage

March 29, 2014

Read our latest blog post for some helpful tips on choosing the right mortgage program for your needs and budget.

10 Best Cities for Female Professionals

March 27, 2014

Movoto recently released a list of the top 10 cities for professional women. Check out which towns have the best stats as far as recent job growth, adjusted earnings for women vs. cost of living, and more.

How Investors Affect Home Prices

March 26, 2014

Strong home buying activity among investors has helped boost home price appreciation levels in markets such as Atlanta and Jacksonville, Fla. Read our latest blog post to learn more about investor purchases in the U.S. housing market.

What are relevant characteristics in real estate

March 24, 2014

Relevant characteristics can add significant value to a piece of real estate. Knowing what these characteristics are for your market can help you better understand how your appraiser determines your home's worth.

Frequently Asked Questions About Mortgage Rates

March 23, 2014

Mortgage rates are a key factor in choosing a home loan product. Many borrowers want to do whatever they can to lock in a low rate, but they may have questions about how to do it. In this post, we'll go over these questions and hopefully help you gain a better understanding of how mortgage rates work.

NAHB, NAR Applaud House Passage of Flood Insurance Bill

March 21, 2014

Two of the nation's biggest housing organizations, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and the National Association of Realtors (NAR) have released official statements applauding the passage of recent flood insurance legislation.

Home Equity Loan Alternatives

March 20, 2014

Home equity loans might work well for some, but there are other alternatives that may be more beneficial and less risky. Read about home equity loan alternatives in our latest blog post.

5 Things Not to do Before Applying for a Mortgage

March 19, 2014

Closing credit card accounts, buying a new car, changing jobs...these things won't necessarily ruin your chances of getting a mortgage, but avoiding them is probably a good idea. Read on to find out why.