Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

On mobile devices, tap “Refine Results” to find the field to enter the rate and use the plus and minus signs to select the “Loan term.” Property taxes: The annual tax assessed by a government authority on your home and land. When the taxes are due, the loan servicer pays them.

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OCTOBER 10, 2014

Do you go into panic mode when your car insurance bill arrives? Does your property tax bill give you anxiety? Our homeowners insurance and property taxes are not tied in with our mortgage so we receive those bills and are responsible for paying them instead of the bank that owns the mortgage.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Where do I find more information on mortgage refinancing? Shopping around for a lender who not only offers a competitive interest rate but also the lowest fees is worth your time and effort. Lenders will send you a loan estimate that breaks down your new loan details and all fees.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

You might find lenders with looser requirements, but you could pay a higher rate as a result. Reverse mortgage: A reverse mortgage allows homeowners aged 62 and up to withdraw cash from their homes. Cash-out refinances are generally best for big-ticket costs: Think home renovations or major debt consolidation.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

To find some objective answers to the where-to-retire question, Bankrate crunched a bevy of statistics on costs of living, public health and other metrics to create a comprehensive ranking of the best and worst states to retire in the U.S. Homeowners insurance in Iowa is also below the national average. The state ranks No.

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