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APRIL 4, 2024

Because refinancing can cost thousands of dollars, make sure refinancing has a tangible financial benefit to you and that you’ll stay in your home long enough to recoup the fees. Refinancing next steps If you’ve looked at the numbers and decided that refinancing makes sense, then it’s time to shop around for a refinance lender.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Your lender will also tell you what you can expect to pay at closing after you apply for a mortgage, in a document called a Loan Estimate. See the latest mortgage rates for more information. Discount points are optional upfront payments you make to lower the interest rate. How much are closing costs? Breakdown of costs.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Compare options from multiple personal loan lenders before applying to make sure you’re getting a competitive interest rate and fee structure. Review lender requirements and gather documentation Once you decide on the amount you want to borrow, you need to know what it will take to get approved by a personal loan lender.

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DECEMBER 24, 2023

Doing so will empower you to make the best decisions for your family — and your wallet. Make a list of what’s important to you in a home. Analyze whether it makes sense for you financially. Setting a realistic budget for your new home will help inform how much you can afford and what your all-in costs will be.

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