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Looking to buy a home?

Yes, it is true that the housing market in many areas across the country has been stagnant for months, if not years.  Yes, it is true that new lending guidelines have made it tougher for people to borrow money.  But despite all the naysayers...

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A quick guide to VA loans

Active-duty service members and veterans may be eligible for a home loan guaranty program offered the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), for purposes of purchasing or refinancing a home.  What is a VA guaranteed loan? It is a loan that...

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Consumer costs increase with RESPA reform

As is often the case with newly implemented “consumer protection” regulations, the consumer ends up paying more. Today’s mortgage borrowers can expect to pay more as a result of this past year’s RESPA reform, according to a recent study by...

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