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Your Guide To Home Insurance In Florida

Every Florida homeowner knows that they need home insurance, but the details can be foggy. Home insurance protects your investment in your home and your possessions. Your mortgage company will expect that you purchase home insurance before you’re even able to secure a loan. Your home has a fair value. ...

Refinancing with no closing costs: Top pros & cons to consider

Refinancing your home can have a plethora of benefits. Among lowering your monthly payment, refinancing your home can also allow you to borrow against your home’s equity. However, refinancing in the beginning can have significant closing costs, such as application fees, loan origination fees, mortgage insurance and interest - especially ...

What to Look for When Watching a Walk-Through Video

When you’re shopping for a new home, you want to get the most out of watching this type of video, especially if you’re relying on it to help you decide whether or not to make a viewing appointment.Consider these suggestions:• Remember, it’s a video. Take advantage of the ability to ...

What is PITI? Understanding your financial situation

PITI, which is short for "principal, interest, taxes and insurance," is an essential term to know for anybody seeking a mortgage loan. The acronym refers to the relationship between these four numbers expressed in a ratio and can tell lenders about your financial status. Here is a breakdown of the ...