Category Archives: Mortgage

6 Mortgage Misconceptions Home Buyers Should Know

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Ken Horst

Mortgages are complicated. Their intricacies can make it hard for many people to understand. Unfortunately, not having enough knowledge about mortgages can cost home buyers both money and heartache. Prospective home buyers could do themselves a favor by investing time … Continue reading →

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Homeowners and Real Estate Industry Get Screwed by Foreclosure Settlement

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Ken Horst

So this wasn’t the only real estate news from last week but it sure took center stage.  With much pomp and circumstance, the Obama administration touted the deal they made with the 5 biggest mortgage lenders to help bail out … Continue reading →

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15 Cool Real Estate Infographics

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Ken Horst

One of the first posts I published when I launched this blog back in February of last year was “5 Cool Real Estate Infographics“. Almost a year later, this post continues to be one of the most popular posts on … Continue reading →

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The Mother Lode of Easy Money for Home Buyers – Just One Catch

Posted on August 20, 2011 by Ken Horst

Looking for a way to buy home home but having trouble qualifying for a mortgage?  How does $11.2 billion worth of guaranteed homes loans sound? But wait, there’s more! How about mortgage features like the kind you haven’t heard of … Continue reading →

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Advice for Home Buyers – Be Aware and Prepared for the Mortgage Process

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Ken Horst

With mortgage rates at or near historic lows and extremely affordable home prices, it is no surprise many people have elected to venture into the market and purchase or refinance. The mortgage process today can feel like a journey and … Continue reading →

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The Perfect Size Home

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Ken Horst

Most of what you read today with regards to house size points to houses getting smaller so I was surprised when I stumbled across an article that was contrary to this point. Fact is, according to the Census, the typical … Continue reading →

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