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Preparing for a Mortgage? 5 Ways to Build Credit Without Credit a History

July 10, 2024 by Rilian Ball

Building a credit profile from scratch can be a daunting task, especially for those who have no credit history. These individuals, often referred to as having a "thin credit file," face challenges in securing loans, credit cards, or even mortgages. Interestingly, having no credit at all can sometimes be more problematic than having a poor credit history when applying for a mortgage. There are effective strategies to help those with thin credit files establish a robust credit profile. Here are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Credit Scoring Tagged With: Credit Building, Financial Advice, Personal Finance

Green Mortgages Financing Energy Efficient Homes

July 9, 2024 by Rilian Ball

What is a Green Mortgage? A green mortgage is a type of home loan designed to incentivize energy-efficient building practices. These mortgages are specifically tailored for properties that meet certain environmental standards, encouraging homeowners and buyers to consider energy efficiency as a key factor in their purchasing decisions. Benefits of Green Mortgages Lower Energy Bills One of the most immediate benefits of investing in an energy-efficient home is the reduction in utility costs. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Homeowner Tips Tagged With: Eco Friendly, Energy Efficient Mortgage, Mortgage

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 8th, 2024

July 8, 2024 by Rilian Ball

With the FOMC Minutes coming precisely within expectations, there is once again a lot of optimism that the Federal Reserve may cut rates this year. Much of the Q2 data reports show favorable amounts of reduction in inflation as well as a more stable economic outlook for the rest of the year. With the larger reports in PMI Manufacturing numbers and Non-farm Payroll figures, the overall outlook seems to align with the rest of the data points, justifying the more recent optimism about potential … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

The Pros and Cons of Mortgage Life Insurance

July 5, 2024 by Rilian Ball

Mortgage life insurance is a type of policy designed to pay off your mortgage in the event of your death. As with any financial product, it has its pros and cons. Understanding these can help you determine whether it makes sense for your situation. What is Mortgage Life Insurance? Mortgage life insurance, sometimes called mortgage protection insurance, is a policy that pays the remaining balance of your mortgage if you pass away before it is fully paid off. The benefit is directly linked to the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Insurance Coverage, Mortgage, Mortgage Life Insurance

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