It’s no secret the market slows down once Fall and Winter hit, this is because so many buyers feel the season is over and the market dried up.  But the smart few understand this is their opportunity to save big money.  We can agree it’s not ideal to move in the Winter, but if you…

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At some point in most peoples lives they have this question, am I the type of person who will own a home; or am I a renter?  While this can change over time it’s a question that can only be answered by you.  Both have advantages and disadvantages and the more you know about each…

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Halloween is a fun time for many, it brings out our ability to be scared in a safe way.  One of the many ways people choose to spook themselves?  Remembering Wisconsin’s illicit (and gruesome) history of producing some of the country’s most famous serial killers.  Here is a list dating back a 70 years.  Not everyone…

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Ever wonder how the worlds most popular people live?  What kind of homes do they buy?  Well here is a quick list of a few celebrity homes (probably 2nd homes) that will make you wonder no more. Brad Pitt: Cost: 1.7 m 5,338 Square Feet Location: Los Feliz California Celine Dion Cost: 12.5 M Jupiter…

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There are a hundred places you can get a mortgage loan, some you probably know about (I.E banks and credit unions) and some you are unfamiliar with.  The beautiful part about the variety?  It is your choice.  If you’ are reading this the chances you are shopping around (which is a good thing) So why choose…

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As summer draws to end we see colder winds and blustery rainstorms becoming more common.  These are signs of colder weather to come, as we all know Fall and Winter can be one of the more damaging seasons.  In preparation for the upcoming cold fronts here is are some basic tasks you can do to…

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Whether you are considering a home purchase or a refinance, there are some basic things you can do to ensure you are getting the best deal.  Some of them are obvious, and some not so much.  I wrote this quick guide in an effort to assist you in getting the best interest rate and cost…

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September 17th-18th will be the 6th Federal Reserve meeting to discuss the financial capability of our country and the price of money.  These decisions directly influence our interest rates.  It has been a well known fact that over the last two years the Federal Reserve has been getting pressure from the President to cut interest…

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PMI, Mortgage Insurance, it comes with different names but it means the same thing:  another cost to you.  Private mortgage insurance can cost borrowers thousands per year.  It can be frustrating because the value isn’t obvious to the client.  There is a way you can avoid that extra cost, save money every month and forget…

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Many borrowers struggle with the down payment for their mortgage, it’s one of the reasons people wait so long to buy a house.  With the market conditions so favorable towards home buyer it would be a good idea for buyers to know their options so they can start building equity faster.  Here is a detailed…

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