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Credit union mortgages: better than a bank loan for millions of Americans

The members-first thinking that is the foundation of credit unions makes your relationship with your credit union dramatically different from what happens when you get a traditional bank mortgage loan.

Topics:: Owning a Home; Credit Unions vs. Banks

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So you want to buy a fixer-upper?

That diamond in the rough can be a huge opportunity if you know what you're getting into ahead of time.

Topics:: Owning a Home

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What’s new with your taxes this year?

Tax season is upon us. As we begin packing up holiday decorations, it wouldn’t hurt to brush up on the latest changes to tax provisions and inflation adjustments.

Topics:: Basic Finances; Budgeting & Saving; Retirement Planning; Owning a Home; Managing Debt & Credit; Credit Unions vs. Banks; Starting Out Financially

What’s the deal with private mortgage insurance?

If your down payment is less than 20 percent of the value of the home you'll most likely be required to carry private mortgage insurance.

Topics:: Owning a Home