Renting vs. Home Ownership

This is a decision many people face and it's not as easy to make as it may sound.   As a homebuyer, you can expect that the equity in your home will increase over time as your mortgage is paid down.  This, combined with regular appreciation in property values, can be a rewarding way to increase your net worth.  On the other hand, a person who rents over the same tim ...

You know the biggest investment of your life is buying a home.  You'll want to save as much money on mortgage payments as you can.

Here are 5 steps that can help you kick down your mortgage:

1.  Shop around:  Contact several financial institutions and compare rates.  Try researching the internet for up-to-date information on rates and terms and then visit your financial institution to negotia ...

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