While most people are worried about inflation pushing up the cost of everyday items, one group in particular has a lot to lose as prices continue to rise. Senior citizens, those living on a fixed income and people who are on the verge of retirement will be impacted by inflation in greater numbers than people […]
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3 Great Reasons to Pay Your Mortgage Off Early
The majority of us need to take out a mortgage to purchase a home and in many cases it will be the biggest loan we will ever have. This makes your mortgage one of your most important financial instruments and making decisions about it can have a major impact on your financial life. Deciding whether […]
NC Says No to Homeowners’ Insurance “temporary” Rate Hike
Homeowners in North Carolina recently received a temporary reprieve from the requested 18.7% increase for homeowners rates. The insurance Commissioner, who has final say on rate hikes rejected the rate increase that had been made by insurance companies writing policies in the state. While the Insurance Commissioner rejected the 18.7% increase, it may just be […]
What is a reverse mortgage?
There are plenty of ads on TV touting the benefits of a reverse mortgage, you can access the equity in your home while still living in it, allowing you to have a more financially exciting life. The ads claim the money can be used for travel, upgrades to your home or to simply supplement your […]