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As summer winds down and the new school year begins, this season can be both exciting and a bit nerve-racking for kids and parents alike. We’re sharing five simple, yet helpful things you can do with your child to encourage comfort and confidence this upcoming school year.  1. Build a Routine That Works for You …

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Depending on a property’s assessed value and local tax rates, the amount each homeowner pays annually in property taxes can vary. Determining Your Property Taxes An assessor or hired contractor will periodically review your property to determine its tax value. Known as a reassessment, this revaluation determines the market value of your property …

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The interest and payment pause for student loan borrowers is coming to an end. Everything You Need to Know About Upcoming Student Loan Interest and Payments According to the US Department of Education: Repayment will resume in October. Student loan interest will begin to accrue on September 1, 2023. Borrowers should receive their …

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A tipping point could be on the horizon for the mortgage industry. A recent Zillow survey and some optimistic rate forecasts indicate that the market may be heating up again soon. 25% of Homeowners Are Considering Selling Their Home When looking into the not-so-distant future, there is reason to be optimistic about home …

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Challenges arise when it comes to simultaneously looking for a new home while selling your existing one. Between qualification obstacles, contingency chaos, and timing issues that could leave your family with nowhere to live for an extended period of time, moving homes can seem like an impossible task to execute.  If qualifying for a new …

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Getting Your Offer Accepted in 3 Easy Steps with Home Buyer’s Edge It’s time to go beyond run-of-the-mill mortgage pre-qualifications and pre-approvals. Home Buyer’s Edge, a full credit approval, offers a complete review of your income, assets, and credit by an experienced underwriter, saving you the frustration of getting your offers rejected in today’s competitive …

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In recent years, the phrase “cash is key” has dominated the real estate market. In 2022, property data provider Attom reported that more than 36% of single-family homes and condos were cash deals.  Are you… Still struggling to compete against cash offers? Worried bidding above the asking price may prevent you from qualifying for a …

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