Owning a home is a dream come true. But the costs of homeownership can sometimes feel like a challenge. So where does that leave you if you’re hoping to expand your square footage, replace appliances or give your home an updated look? You shouldn’t be worried about the financial impact of your home improvement projects. […]
Filed under: News & Events by Trustline Mortgage Wednesday, August 14th, 2019
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You probably learned a lot as a first-time homebuyer. But just because you’ve bought a home in the past, it doesn’t mean things will be the same the next time around. Every home purchase is different. No matter how experienced you are, it’s important to take the time to understand your goals, the housing market […]
Filed under: News & Events by Trustline Mortgage Monday, January 14th, 2019
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Many prospective homebuyers face a big hurdle: the down payment. But coming up with that initial investment doesn’t have to be a roadblock even if saving is difficult. These four options could make homeownership a reality sooner rather than later: 1. Pulling from an IRA: You, your spouse, parents or grandparents could withdraw up to […]
Filed under: News & Events by Trustline Mortgage Thursday, October 11th, 2018
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Are you curious about refinancing and why homeowners go this route? More importantly, is it a good option for you? Depending on your goals, a refi could result in smaller payments, a shorter loan term or even cash to put toward college tuition or home improvements. These are just a few of the benefits a […]
Filed under: News & Events by Trustline Mortgage Thursday, August 30th, 2018
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Steps to Boosting Your Credit Score Your credit score plays a big role in the homebuying process. It can influence what interest rates you’re eligible for, as well as what options you have for loans in general. If your current score isn’t as high as you’d like, don’t lose hope. You can boost your score […]
Filed under: News & Events by Trustline Mortgage Thursday, August 16th, 2018
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Student loan debts may be at all-time highs, but Americans aren’t letting that stop them from buying a home. In fact, a recent report shows that 27 percent of all homebuyers have student loan debt. And first-time buyers? A whopping 40 percent have student loans. So how do they do it? How do they keep […]
Filed under: News & Events by Trustline Mortgage Wednesday, July 18th, 2018
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For homeowners, equity is like an extra bank account. Every dollar you put toward your property gives you a bigger stake in your home, as well as more money to pull from should you need it down the line. Equity gives you additional funds to tap via a cash-out refinance, home equity loan or home […]
Filed under: News & Events by Trustline Mortgage Monday, July 9th, 2018
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Determining how much home you can afford takes some number crunching. Sure, you should look at the listing price — but that’s only one part of the equation. In reality, there are dozens of other expenses you’ll face as a homeowner. So what should you consider when budgeting for a home purchase? These costs are […]
Filed under: News & Events by Trustline Mortgage Tuesday, February 13th, 2018
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You may have heard about people raising thousands or even millions of dollars for business ventures on sites like Kickstarter. Known as crowdfunding, it’s a concept now making its way into real estate circles, driven by the signing of the JOBS Act in 2012, which made it legal for companies to solicit funds from and […]
Filed under: News & Events by Trustline Mortgage Tuesday, August 29th, 2017
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You’ve probably heard that outdoor remodeling projects can improve the resale value of your home, but do you know which ones are the most highly recommended by Realtors? A recent report by the National Association of Realtors ranked the most valuable outdoor features in terms of cost and return on investment. Here’s a look at […]
Filed under: News & Events by Trustline Mortgage Friday, August 4th, 2017
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