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Taking the leap into homeownership is a daunting task, but knowing what to look for can help protect you in the long-run. Here are some tips to consider!

What to Look for When Buying Your First House

March 18, 2021
FINANCE 101

Buying a home is a rite of passage for every growing family. Taking the leap into homeownership is a daunting task, but knowing what to look for can help protect you in the long-run. After all, View Post

Filed Under: FINANCE 101, Financial Planning Tagged With: FIRST HOME, HOME, HOME LOAN, HOME OWNERSHIP, HOME PURCHASE

If you own your home, it's an asset. So, it's smart to try to increase its value over time. Check out these tips you can use to build your home equity.

How to Build Equity in Your Home

May 27, 2020
FRUGAL LIVING

A few years ago, I set a big financial goal for myself. I decided to become a homeowner, and to buy my first home in cash. If you follow me on Instagram, you know that earlier this year I was finally View Post

Filed Under: FRUGAL LIVING, Household Tips Tagged With: FIRST HOME, HOME LOAN, HOME OWNERSHIP, HOME PURCHASE

Interest rates are historically low. So, is now a good time to refinance your mortgage? Learn how to crunch the numbers and see if a new mortgage makes sense.

Is It a Good Time to Refinance Your Mortgage?

April 8, 2020
DEBT & CREDIT

As I sit down to write this article, federal interest rates are historically low. And although the federal funds rate and mortgage rates aren’t directly tied together, there’s still a good chance that View Post

Filed Under: DEBT & CREDIT, Loans, Etc. Tagged With: HOME LOAN, MORTGAGE, REFINANCE, REFINANCING

Hello, I'm Kumiko, but everyone just calls me Miko. Welcome to my blog, The Budget Mom. I am an Accredited Financial Counselor® , and mom to a rambunctious boy. Come along with me as I strive to live a life I love on a budget that I can afford. Read more about me.

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