Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Each payment includes a combination of principal and interest, as well as property taxes, and, if needed, mortgage insurance. Homeowners insurance may be included, or the homeowner may pay the insurer directly.) For example, jumbo loans tend to have higher interest rates. The most popular term is 30 years.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Cash-out refinance example Let’s say you still owe $100,000 on your home, and it’s currently worth $400,000. So, for this example, that means you need to keep $80,000 in equity, leaving you with up to $220,000 in tappable equity. For a multifamily home, for example, you can only borrow up to 75 percent.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Just like any other loan, you apply for refinancing, which includes a thorough check of your credit, income, employment history and finances. Here are a few common reasons why homeowners decide to refinance a mortgage: To lock in a lower interest rate and lower their monthly payments.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

To help readers understand how insurance affects their finances, we have licensed insurance professionals on staff who have spent a combined 47 years in the auto, home and life insurance industries. Our goal is to give you the best advice to help you make smart personal finance decisions.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

To help readers understand how insurance affects their finances, we have licensed insurance professionals on staff who have spent a combined 47 years in the auto, home and life insurance industries. Our goal is to give you the best advice to help you make smart personal finance decisions.

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For the Mommas

JULY 10, 2016

but there are many others things you can do to help with your finances. You want to include all expenditures including, but not limited to: Housing- rent, mortgage, homeowner fees, homeowner insurance, lawn care services, housekeeping services, etc. Couponing is a great start (you do use coupons, right?)

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