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Everything You Need to Know About Lender-Placed Insurance (LPI)

Lender-placed insurance is added to a mortgage in order to maintain homeowners insurance coverage if the existing policy expires. Explore its role in lending, how it works and what you can do to avoid it.

February 12, 2024

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Everything You Need to Know About Lender-Placed Insurance (LPI)
Everything You Need to Know About Lender-Placed Insurance (LPI)

Lender-placed insurance is added to a mortgage in order to maintain homeowners insurance coverage if the existing policy expires. Explore its role in lending, how it works and what you can do to avoid it.

February 12, 2024

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Home Buying Not Only a Couples' Game: Results of the Pennymac Single Homeownership Survey
Home Buying Not Only a Couples' Game: Results of the Pennymac Single Homeownership Survey

The results are in — and they may surprise you. See what single homeowners shared about their home-buying journey and why they felt fine doing it without a partner.

January 10, 2024

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Why Fall Is the Best Time to Buy A House: A Shopper’s Guide to the Benefits of Autumn House Hunting
Why Fall Is the Best Time to Buy A House: A Shopper’s Guide to the Benefits of Autumn House Hunting

From less competition to dropping prices, house hunting in the fall season has numerous benefits.

January 2, 2024

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10 Ways to Financially Benefit From Your Home
10 Ways to Financially Benefit From Your Home

Owning a home is about having something of your own and building equity. So, what are the financial perks of building home equity?

November 27, 2023

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Outgrowing a Home: Should I Buy A Bigger House?
Outgrowing a Home: Should I Buy A Bigger House?

Is it time to sell your house and buy a bigger one? How to decide if upsizing to a new home is right for you.

October 11, 2023

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Home Staging Secrets: How to Stage Your House for Sale
Home Staging Secrets: How to Stage Your House for Sale

DIY home staging tips for making a positive impression and a more profitable sale.

September 27, 2023

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Should I Stay or Should I Go?
Should I Stay or Should I Go?

Should you sell your house now or wait? Taking these steps can help you answer this important question.

September 5, 2023

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Second Mortgages: What Are They and How Do They Work?
Second Mortgages: What Are They and How Do They Work?

Learn all about second mortgages, including what they are, how they work, common uses for them, the pros and cons, and tips for obtaining one.

July 26, 2023

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16 Popular Home Types in Real Estate: Your Expert Guide
16 Popular Home Types in Real Estate: Your Expert Guide

Learn common home types and styles and find what’s right for you.

July 10, 2023

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How to Sell Your Home With Success
How to Sell Your Home With Success

Want to sell your house? Unsure if you want to use a real estate agent? Check out these tips and considerations for getting the best deal for your home.

July 10, 2023

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