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Homebuyer Tips (7)

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Understanding Credit and Your Credit Report [VIDEO]

We continue to process the pain and hope of our nation’s uprising for racial justice amid a global health crisis. You can see our recent statements...

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Collections, Charge Offs, and Judgments: What They Are and How to Get them Resolved

We continue to process the pain and hope of our nation’s uprising for racial justice amid a global health crisis. You can see our recent statements...

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What Happens to Your Mortgage Application if You Lost Your Job Due to COVID-19?

We continue to process the pain and hope of our nation’s uprising for racial justice amid a global health crisis. You can see our recent statements...

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Should You Budget Week-to-Week During COVID-19?

Most Americans are feeling the increased stress of the coronavirus pandemic on their finances. Budgeting is incredibly important for the nearly half...

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Understanding Debt and How to Pay it Off Strategically [VIDEO]

If you’re a first-time homebuyer and you have debt, you need to understand the type of debt you have and how to pay it off strategically to be able...

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Homeowners Insurance: What is it? Why is it important?

Guest Blog By: Debbie Campbell, Twin Cities Habitat's Homeowner's Insurance Educator I’ve been a Twin Cities Habitat volunteer for a couple decades...

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What to Expect at Closing [VIDEO]

So you've finally made it to the home closing. But... has anyone actually walked you through what that means and what will happen during the closing...

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What Are Repair Addendums? [VIDEO]

If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you’re likely trying to navigate the twists and turns of buying a house with the help of your real estate agent,...

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How to Get Your Offer Accepted on a House

In the Twin Cities, we’re in one of the most competitive housing markets we’ve seen in the last several years. “I’ve been in banking and finance for...

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9 Things to Do Before Closing on a House [VIDEO]

There are a number of things you need to do before you close on a home. Things like applying for a loan, scheduling a home inspection, and purchasing...

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