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    Understanding Energy Efficient Mortgages

    Energy Efficient Mortgages (EEMs) were formally introduced by the Federal Housing Administration in 1995 to help consumers save money on utility bills by enabling them to finance the cost of energy-efficiency…

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    What is Title Insurance?

    When you purchase a home, how can you be sure that the seller really owns the property and that there aren’t any problems with the home’s title? The simple answer… title…

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    Questions to Ask Your Mortgage Lender

    The mortgage business is highly competitive with many loan options to choose from. Before selecting a lender, or a loan, here are some questions you should be asking… What types of…

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    Buying a Home in Today’s Market

    Today’s housing market is very competitive. As a potential home buyer, you can increase the odds of being the winning bidder on the home of your dreams with these important tips.…

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    The 203k Mortgage

    Consumers often find ample value in distressed homes – properties that are under a foreclosure order or up for short sale. In many cases, “distressed” speaks more to the condition of…

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    What is a Title Search?

    A title search is a way to determine whether the person selling a property really has the right to sell it. It protects the buyer by confirming the property’s legal ownership,…

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    What Are Property Taxes?

    Every municipality levies an annual tax on most privately owned parcels of real estate located within their borders. These property taxes are based on two factors: the value of the land…