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Buying a Home With the Help of Mortgage Insurance

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The Definition of Mortgage Insurance. Mortgage insurance (MI) is not the same as mortgage life insurance (which pays off a mortgage if the homeowner dies or becomes disabled) or homeowners’ insurance (which protects homeowners from loss due to theft, fire or other catastrophe). Additional Benefits to Mortgage Insurance.

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Find out how Jessica paid off $56,000 of student loans, credit cards, and a car loan.

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It took me five years to pay off my debt but two of those years I had a job loss, I was taking care of my grandparents and I had lost my motivation and drive to pay off the debt. Definitely a monthly budget – I always create one every month. I had planned to pay it all off in 2.5 What inspired you to get debt free?