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Need Cash—But Don’t Want to Refinance?

Bethany Ramos August 1, 2025Homeowners, Refinance

Reading Time: 3 minutesA Closed-End Second Mortgage is a type of home loan that lets you borrow against your …

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homeowners insurance rates

9 Smart Ways to Slash Your Home Insurance Costs 

Bethany Ramos August 1, 2025Finance, Home Buying, Home Insurance, Homeowners

Reading Time: 3 minutesIt’s not your imagination—home insurance rates have risen and are expected to keep rising. Contributing factors …

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mortgage recast

Refinance vs. Recast: Which Saves You More?

Bethany Ramos August 1, 2025Homeowners, Refinance

Reading Time: 3 minutesMost homeowners know about refinancing, but they’re less familiar with a mortgage recast. A refinance replaces …

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how to use home equity

Cashing In on Equity: 7 Strategies Homeowners Are Using

Bethany Ramos July 22, 2025Finance, Homeowners, Refinance

Reading Time: 3 minutesHome equity is the difference between the current value of your house and the amount left …

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property tax appeal

Are You Overpaying? How to Dispute Your Property Taxes 

Bethany Ramos June 10, 2025Finance, First-Time Homebuyer, Home Buying, Home Improvement, Homeowners, Industry Professionals, Loan Officers, Taxes

Reading Time: 5 minutesAs a homeowner, you have the option to appeal your property taxes if you feel like …

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HECM

Can You Use Your Home to Fund Your Retirement?

Bethany Ramos May 1, 2025Homeowners, Loan Types, Taxes

Reading Time: 4 minutesWondering how to use your home equity as you near retirement? If you’re 62 or older, …

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how to put your home in a trust

How—and When—to Put Your Home in a Trust

Bethany Ramos April 22, 2025Finance, Homeowners, Taxes

Reading Time: 3 minutesTrying to decide on the best way to pass on your home to your children? It …

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best roi home improvements

Ready to Renovate? 5 Home Improvements with High ROI

Bethany Ramos April 9, 2025Contractors, Home Improvement, Homeowners, Refinance

Reading Time: 3 minutesRight now, garage door replacement, entry door replacement, stone veneer, and kitchen remodel rank highest for …

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refinance home loan

Life Changes. Shouldn’t Your Mortgage?

Bethany Ramos March 25, 2025Homeowners, Industry Professionals, Loan Officers, Mortgage Rates, Refinance

Reading Time: 3 minutesHave questions about when to refinance your home loan? It’s a good idea to check in …

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tax deductions for homeowners

Maximize Your 2025 Tax Savings as a Homeowner

Bethany Ramos February 19, 2025Homeowners, Taxes

Reading Time: < 1 minuteTax season is here! Homeownership comes with unique tax benefits, and we’re here to help you …

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