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Thinking About Tapping into Your 401(k) To Buy a Home?

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Lately, headlines have floated an eye-catching idea about tapping into your 401(k) to cover a down payment on a home. Maybe you've caught the buzz and wondered whether that money could get you into a home faster, especially with affordability as tough as it is. Here’s what you need to remember. ... » Learn More about Thinking About Tapping into Your 401(k) To Buy a Home?

Here’s What You Should Know About Home Insurance Costs.

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If buying a home is on your radar, you've probably been keeping an eye on mortgage rates and home prices. But don’t forget about homeowners insurance. Homeowners insurance has always been part of owning a home. But over the past few years, it's become a larger expense for many homeowners – ... » Learn More about Here’s What You Should Know About Home Insurance Costs.

Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now

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You've probably heard that home prices are cooling off. And that's true – nationally. But zoom in on individual markets across the country, and the picture looks completely different depending on where you are. Some areas are still seeing solid price growth. Others have gone flat. A few have ... » Learn More about Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now

More Options Are Popping Up

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Did you try to buy a home last year, but you ended up pressing pause? Maybe you couldn’t find a home that really fit your needs. Or maybe the ones you liked just weren’t affordable. According to a recent survey from NerdWallet, those were the top two reasons buyers gave up on their search in ... » Learn More about More Options Are Popping Up

Wondering If You Should Still Buy a Home Right Now? Here’s What To Keep in Mind.

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With economic headlines, global events, and near constant talk about affordability, you may be wondering if this is the right time to move. While recent events do have some impact on the housing market, they don’t take buying off the table. You just have to use a different strategy. Mortgage Rates ... » Learn More about Wondering If You Should Still Buy a Home Right Now? Here’s What To Keep in Mind.