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First-Time Homebuyers

What Are the Closing Costs When Buying a House?

Learn what are the closing costs when buying a house, including types of fees, average costs, and tips to lower them.

Originally published 2024-12-17

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Mortgage Rates and Market Trends

When Will Mortgage Rates Go Down?

Curious about when mortgage rates will go down? Explore expert predictions for 2025 and tips for prospective homebuyers.

Originally published 2024-12-16

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Homeownership and Real Estate

680 FICO Mortgage Options

How to get a mortgage with a 680 FICO score, plus way of improving your chances for approval, and finding the best rates and terms.

Originally published 2024-03-26

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Mortgage Rates and Market Trends

When will Mortgage Rates Drop? That’s the million dollar question!

Explore the factors influencing when will mortgage rates drop. Stay informed with New Way Mortgage's comprehensive guide.

Originally published 2023-11-03

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Mortgage Rates and Market Trends

Should I lock my rate?

Explore how to secure the best lock rate for your mortgage. Understand what a lock rate is, learn the process, and follow best practices.

Originally published 2023-09-28

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Mortgage Rates and Market Trends

Mortgage Rate Forecast 2024-2025

Discover what the mortgage rate forecast is and why they go up and down. Learn current rate predictions from experts and what to expect next.

Originally published 2023-09-06

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Mortgage Rates and Market Trends

Should I Buy Now? The Pros and Cons of Today’s Housing Market

Asking yourself "should I buy now?" Check out the pros and cons of the housing market with low inventory, rising rates, and climbing prices.

Originally published 2023-09-05

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Mortgage Rates and Market Trends

AirBNB and the Real Estate Market: A Crash or Just a Bump?

Is AirBNB going to crash the real estate market? There are plenty of people who say it will, but let's look at the actual data about AirBNB and the market.

Originally published 2023-08-21

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First-Time Homebuyers

How to Review a Mortgage Loan Estimate: A Step-by-Step Guide

Reading a Loan Estimate can be like trying to read a foreign language for those that aren't frequent flyers in Real Estate. In this Guide we

Originally published 2023-08-03

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Mortgage Rates and Market Trends

The Housing Bubble Unmasked: Unveiling the Resilient Real Estate Market

Is there really a bubble in the housing market or is it just click bait we keep reading in the news? Let's dive into the REAL data.

Originally published 2023-08-01

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Mortgage Rates and Market Trends

How Your Down Payment Percentage Influences Your Home Loan Interest Rate

So you want the lowest rate you can get, but how does your down payment impact the rate you get? Let us show you how your down payment works.

Originally published 2023-07-26

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Mortgage Rates and Market Trends

Unlocking the Secrets to Secure the Lowest Mortgage Rate

Who doesn't want the lowest rate on their mortgage? But how do you actually get the lowest possible rate? We unlock the secrets here.

Originally published 2023-07-24

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Aaron Clowes, New Way Mortgage advisor
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