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Protect Your Home from Scams
Read Article: Protect Your Home from ScamsWhether you’re a new homeowner or you’ve been making mortgage payments for years, scammers know how to make an offer, notice or message look legitimate. They may use official-looking logos, urgent language or information that makes it seem like they already know details about your home or mortgage. The best defense? Pause, verify and never…
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What Goes Into My Property Taxes?
Read Article: What Goes Into My Property Taxes?Wondering how your property taxes are calculated? Read this easy-to-understand summary.
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Understanding Property Taxes and Your Escrow Account — FAQ
Read Article: Understanding Property Taxes and Your Escrow Account — FAQProperty taxes are an important part of homeownership and may affect your monthly mortgage payment. This guide explains how property taxes are calculated, how your escrow account works, and what tax relief programs may be available. What Is Included in Your Monthly Mortgage Payment? Your monthly mortgage payment may include: These four components are commonly…
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Is Mortgage Insurance Required?
Read Article: Is Mortgage Insurance Required?Read about what Mortgage Insurance is, and if you are required to have it as part of your particular loan.
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Refinancing Your Mortgage: What to Know Before You Start
Read Article: Refinancing Your Mortgage: What to Know Before You StartIf you’re getting ready to refinance, here’s a checklist to make the process as smooth as possible.
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If you’re having trouble keeping up with your mortgage, you’re not alone—and free help is available.
Read Article: If you’re having trouble keeping up with your mortgage, you’re not alone—and free help is available.If you’re struggling to keep up with your mortgage payments, free help is available.
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Extra Mortgage Payments: Does It Make Sense for You?
Read Article: Extra Mortgage Payments: Does It Make Sense for You?Paying more toward your mortgage payment could be beneficial for your family.
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An Easy Way to Save on Your Home Insurance
Read Article: An Easy Way to Save on Your Home InsuranceWe all know that life gets busy, so who wants to spend time digging through insurance policies to see if you can find a better deal? HomeLoanServ has a tool that allows you to balance price and coverage to find the best option for you and your family. The program is called Covered. It’s an…
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How to Avoid Foreclosure: Steps You Can Take Right Now
Read Article: How to Avoid Foreclosure: Steps You Can Take Right NowWhen you’re facing financial stress, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or unsure where to start. If you’re struggling to keep up with your mortgage payments, know this: you have options, and taking action early can make a meaningful difference. Foreclosure is not inevitable. Many homeowners who reach out early are able to explore solutions that…
