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By Kimberly Shane On December 13, 2017

What Is Escrow?

What is Escrow?
According to Marriam-Webster, Escrow is defined as “a deed, a bond, money, or a piece of property held in...

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Causes for Delays in the Mortgage Process

“We are clear to close”, words every homebuyer longs to hear from their mortgage...


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Tags: First Time Home Buyers, Home, Home Buyer,

By Kimberly Shane On November 24, 2017

The Mortgage Process

The Mortgage Process

I’ve been writing about mortgages for the last six months but having just lived the mortgage process in...


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What if I can’t find a house I like?

You’ve decided that it is time to buy a home. You have spoken with a lender to figure out...


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Documents Needed for a Mortgage

I’m sure you can imagine that when it comes to buying a home there is a lot involved—after all a...


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What should I wear to get a mortgage?

I’m sure you’ve all heard, dress for the job you want. The same can be true in many avenues...


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