Rebecca Richardson
What is PITI?
PITI is the handy acronym for your monthly mortgage payment. It’s pronounced like the word “pity” and the letters stand for the four...
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Rebecca Richardson
Getting a Mortgage While Separated/Divorced
Separation and divorce is often a time of significant change. Beyond the emotions involved there is the reality that life going forward...
Rebecca Richardson
APR vs. Interest Rate. What are the Differences?
When shopping for a mortgage, be mindful that an advertised interest rate is not the same as your loan’s annual percentage rate or APR....
Rebecca Richardson
5 things that count in a FICO score
Lenders use the FICO Score to help set the terms, conditions, and amount of your mortgage loan. FICO calculates a credit score from 5...
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9 “do’s” when getting a mortgage
Applying for a mortgage loan is an extremely interactive process. It’s very important that you and we stay closely in touch. Here are 9...
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4 Homebuying Myths
It's easy to get lost in a sea of misinformation when it comes to buying a home. Sometimes the information you find or hear is outdated....
Rebecca Richardson
Increasing Credit Scores
Taking the steps to increase your credit scores is an important part of your financial health. There are ripple effects of having a good...
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