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Mortgage rates hit two-year low
Homeowners rush as 30-year fixed mortgage rate drops Mortgage rates trended down this week, with the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) dipping to its lowest…
Read MoreHurricane Safety Tips and Resources
Hurricanes are among nature’s most powerful and destructive phenomena. On average, 12 tropical storms, 6 of which become hurricanes form over the Atlantic…
Read MoreAmericans have an average of $6,300 in credit card debt: Here’s how much you’d pay monthly to clear it in 1, 2 or 3 years
The average American has thousands of dollars of credit card debt. As a whole, Americans hold a record $1.14 trillion in credit card debt as of the second…
Read MoreKamala Harris’ $25k first-time buyer program: Will move drive down house prices?
The plan is proving popular on both sides – but what does it mean for the US real estate market? This month, Democratic presidential nominee Vice President…
Read MoreNON-ARMS LENGTH INCOME CHANGES
By Nathan Young , founder and president of North Star Mortgage Network, Inc. , an independent mortgage brokerage in Jacksonville, Florida.
Read MoreUnlocking Tax Benefits and Implications of Home Ownership
Beyond the pride of owning a home, there are significant financial benefits that come with it, especially during tax season.
Read MoreHow the Fed Affects Mortgage Rates (What It Means in Jacksonville)
Short answer No. The Fed sets a short-term rate. Fixed mortgage rates follow the 10-year Treasury and mortgage bond markets, so they can move before, after, or even against a Fed decision. Call or text 904-880-6741 Ask about your actual file — no SSN, no credit pull. Every time the Federal Reserve meets, my phone…
Read MoreReverse Mortgage Jacksonville: Straight Answers, No Hype
Reverse mortgage Jacksonville guide: you keep the title, heirs keep leftover equity, and the cases where it is the wrong answer.
Read MoreRefinancing a home involves several steps, which I’ll outline below:
Evaluate Your Current Mortgage : We help you review your current mortgage terms, interest rate, remaining balance, and monthly payments.
Read MoreMortgage interest tax deductions – are they helping?
Deducting mortgage interest paid on tax returns is now a meaningful option for many borrowers.
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