Moving and Beyond
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Insider Tips For Maximizing Your Home Affordability
Here is a basic guide to determining how much house you can afford. Some of the topics to consider are your down payment amount, credit score, interest rates, and your lifestyle.
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Affordability Calculator
Here is a robust affordability calculator to give you an estimate on how much house you can afford. Of course, check with a mortgage loan officer to double check your estimate.
Budgeting 101
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The Ultimate Financial Blueprint: Saving, Budgeting and Managing Debt
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How to use 'Loud Budgeting' to save for a down payment now!
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How to use free budget templates in Excel and Google Sheets.
No need to recreate the wheel. Learn how to access free budget templates in Excel and Google Sheets.
All About Credit Scores
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Working with Lenders
Mortgage Loans
Loan Types
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Loan Calculator
Here is a robust mortgage loan calculator to give you an estimate on your payment and let you play with different parameters to see their impact.
Financial Terms
8 Step Condo Buying Process
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The first step in the condo buying process is to get familiar with some key concepts.
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Money Matters
For any buyer, it is good to get your finances in order and know your buying power.
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Condo Search
How to find the right place for you. Searching online and off line. Cheat sheets and fun facts too.
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Fees & Docs
Everything you want to know about condo fees and what to watch for in the condo documents.
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Offers & Contracts
What you need to know about offers and contracts. Tips, Tricks and Red Flags.
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Inspections & Appraisals
What to know about home inspections and appraisals.
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Settlement
Settlement (aka Closing) is the day you become a home owner.
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Moving & Beyond
Make it a smooth move with Moving & Maintenance checklists & more.