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Looking to Pay Back Your Mortgage Faster? Three Reasons to Consider Switching to Bi-weekly Payments

September 20, 2023 by Rilian Ball

While there are differing schools of thought when it comes to whether or not a person should pay off a mortgage before the loan term ends, there may be some benefits to making payments on a bi-weekly basis as opposed to monthly basis. What are some of the reasons why it may be beneficial to make two payments a month instead of one? Here are three reasons why you should ditch the monthly fees and make payments once every two weeks. You'll Make An Extra Payment Per Year If you're looking to pay … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Mortgage Repayment, Mortgage Tips, Mortgages

Understanding the Differences Between ‘Prequalified’ And ‘Preapproved’ For a Mortgage

September 15, 2023 by Rilian Ball

Are you in the market for a new home? If you are going to rely on mortgage financing to cover some of the purchase cost, you will need to start the application process as soon as possible. However, what if you just need to know how much you will be able to borrow so you can start finding homes in your price range? Let's take a quick look at the difference between being 'prequalified' and 'preapproved' for mortgage financing. The Process Starts With Prequalification The first step in obtaining … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Mortgage Applications

Should I Consolidate My Debts with a Mortgage Refinance Loan?

September 13, 2023 by Rilian Ball

Managing multiple debts can become overwhelming and burdensome. Juggling various loan payments with varying interest rates and repayment terms can lead to financial stress and missed opportunities. One solution that borrowers often consider is consolidating their debts through a mortgage refinance loan. While this approach can be beneficial for some, it's crucial to carefully evaluate its pros and cons before deciding. Understanding Debt Consolidation Debt consolidation is the process of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Debt Consolidation, Mortgage, Refinance

Working From Home: 5 Best Tips To Make It Work

September 12, 2023 by Rilian Ball

Carving out space for a home office isn't always easy, but if you have the option to work from home even part of the time, it's essential to have a space that works for you. Here are 5 great ways to meet those needs: Adapt A Closet A guest room closet with bi-fold doors can become a perfect workspace with the addition of a shelf at the proper height to hold a computer or calculator and proper task lighting. Hang a bulletin board or add open shelving on the back wall. Multiply the functionality … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Home Office, Home Organization, Mortgage

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