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Home Buying: Understanding the Mortgage Process

  • Posted on September 17, 2019July 26, 2022
  • by BrightDime

This is the 3rd entry in our Home Buying series. There are links to the other entries at the end of this article. You’ve saved a down payment, your credit…

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Home Buying: Between Offer and Close There’s a Lot to Do

  • Posted on August 30, 2019July 26, 2022
  • by BrightDime

This is the 4th entry in our Home Buying series. There are links to the other entries at the end of this article. Buying a home can be a long,…

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Mortgage Loan Estimates

  • Posted on August 23, 2019July 26, 2022
  • by BrightDime

When you apply for a mortgage it can be really hard to keep track of all of the different jargon and options (we have some help here.) Different lenders may…

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Mortgage Pre-Approval: What It Means

  • Posted on August 23, 2019July 26, 2022
  • by BrightDime

Pre-approval. Mortgage pre-approval is a common first step to getting a mortgage, and shows sellers you’re serious about buying a home. You don’t have to have a specific home picked…

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What You CAN Borrow Isn’t What You SHOULD Borrow

  • Posted on August 23, 2019July 26, 2022
  • by BrightDime

It can be hard to get a loan. Whether it’s a mortgage, a student loan, an auto loan, or even a credit card, getting a loan can be difficult. And…

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Mortgage Basics – Know The Options

  • Posted on August 9, 2019July 26, 2022
  • by BrightDime

A mortgage is just a loan, specifically for the purpose of buying a home. There are lots of different types of mortgages, options that are offered, and details to keep…

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Webinar: Debt – The Struggle is Real

  • Posted on August 1, 2019July 26, 2022
  • by BrightDime

Debt. It’s easy to build and hard to get rid of. We break down the different types, which details matter, and how to make a plan to pay off your…

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Home and Auto Loans: Secured Means It’s Not Yours Yet!

  • Posted on July 15, 2019July 26, 2022
  • by BrightDime

Dreaming about buying a home or a car? These are large purchases compared to things you buy with your credit card and require a little more time and preparation (we…

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Helping Kids Develop a Financial Mindset

  • Posted on June 14, 2019September 2, 2023
  • by BrightDime

Helping children grow into financially capable adults is an important part of setting them up for future success. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s research into what leads to financial capability…

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Are You Smarter Than a High Schooler?

  • Posted on May 23, 2019July 26, 2022
  • by BrightDime

Every year in May and June a lot of teenagers head out into the “real world” for the first time. Whether you’ve got a teenager of your own, or just…

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