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Can I Buy a Home with Cryptocurrency?

Can I Buy a Home with Cryptocurrency?

As of March 2022, the cryptocurrency world was worth more than $1.7 trillion and at least 16% of Americans had participated in some form. With new digital currencies popping up all the time, crypto investors may be wondering if they can use their cryptocu

Jun 16, 2022 | Purchasing a Home

Combat Rising Inflation on Your Debt with a Refinance Loan

Combat Rising Inflation on Your Debt with a Refinance Loan

Over the last year, inflation has been rising at a historic rate, with prices jumping on everything from gas to groceries to building supplies. Credit card rates have also climbed since the beginning of the pandemic as has total credit card debt, as many

Jun 14, 2022 | Refinancing a Home

Understanding VA Mortgage Loan Fees

Understanding VA Mortgage Loan Fees

If you qualify for a VA mortgage loan, sponsored by the Department of Veteran Affairs, you will get an excellent deal on rates and terms. For example, VA loans can require as little as no down payment, do not have a specific credit score minimum, and have

Jun 09, 2022 | VA Loans

Programs and Grants to Help First-Time Home Buyers

Programs and Grants to Help First-Time Home Buyers

In today’s hot housing market of rising home prices and limited inventory, it may seem impossible to break in as a first-time buyer. It can be overwhelming trying to save up a giant down payment and other mortgage costs on your own as interest rates and p

Jun 07, 2022 | Purchasing a Home

How to Obtain a Certificate of Eligibility for a VA Loan

How to Obtain a Certificate of Eligibility for a VA Loan

VA home loans from the Depart of Veterans Affairs can be a huge benefit to military service members and their surviving spouses when it comes to homeownership. They have relaxed credit requirements, no down payment in some cases, no private mortgage insur

Jun 02, 2022 | VA Loans

7 Essential Home Buying Questions

7 Essential Home Buying Questions

If you’re looking to buy a house this year, it's important to know the status of the housing market as well as the common decisions you need to make. Here’s what you need to ask yourself before buying a house in 2022. 1. Is it a Good Time to Buy? The U.S.

May 31, 2022 | Purchasing a Home