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Should I Pay Mortgage Points?

Wednesday, 18 July 2018 by Stephanie Weeks
If you are buying a home or refinancing, you have probably heard about “mortgage points.” This form of pre-paid interest can save you thousands of dollars over the course of your loan but in many circumstances is not worth the upfront cost. How do you know whether to pay points or not? Here’s a quick
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Why the New Construction Market is Gaining Strength

Tuesday, 23 April 2013 by Stephanie Weeks
In the years following the local housing rush which followed Hurricane Katrina, many home builders have lived through a dramatic slowdown in St. Tammany new construction market. Some experts attribute this to the rapid influx of post-Katrina new residents, and others to the general slowdown in the housing market which has affected the rest of
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Pros and Cons to Debt Consolidation Loans

Thursday, 28 February 2013 by Stephanie Weeks
Debt consolidation is the act of refinancing your home, or taking out a 2nd mortgage, to pay off several smaller loans including retail or consumer loans that may not be tied to your home. It’s a way to help people gain control of their finances; instead of having all types of loans with various interest
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Top 8 Ways to Increase Your Credit Score

Thursday, 05 April 2012 by Stephanie Weeks
  Whether you’re looking to purchase a new home, take out a new line of credit or simply assessing your current financial position, having a good credit score is a must. Here’s how to improve your credit score so that you can meet your short and long term goals. Of course, you’ll first need to
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Government Help for Late Mortgage Payments

Friday, 09 September 2011 by Stephanie Weeks
Getting behind on payments can happen to anyone, but not getting help to get caught up can mean a significant risk of losing your home. And for those who become behind or facing the prospect of foreclosure, there may be government help for late mortgage payments. Keep in mind that the government is not going
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