May 2007 - Posts
Monday, May 07, 2007 1:30 PM
Are there ways to improve my credit even if I already have good credit? Definitely. Pay bills on time and keep balances at or below 40 percent of your
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Monday, May 07, 2007 1:26 PM
Will applying for more credit cards improve my score? In general, a safe rule is not to apply for more credit cards than you actually need. In fact, every
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Monday, May 07, 2007 1:15 PM
How do I get my credit score? Three nationwide credit agencies (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) are required by law to provide free credit histories
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Monday, May 07, 2007 12:57 PM
What should I look for in a lawyer? Before you start panicking about this process, keep in mind that real estate transactions happen all the time -- if
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Monday, May 07, 2007 12:46 PM
What should I look for in a real estate agent? Not that you need to bring a spotlight and 200-watt bulb, but this is your chance to find someone who you
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Monday, May 07, 2007 12:42 PM
Should we spend all our savings on the house of our dreams? No way, it’s too risky. You can stretch your savings a bit, and promise to cut down on the
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Filed under: Fees
Posted by The Nest Editors
Monday, May 07, 2007 12:38 PM
We want different things in a house -- how do we compromise? Considering almost half of all homeowners move within eight years of buying a home, you both
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Monday, May 07, 2007 12:32 PM
We can?t afford where we want to live -- what do we do? Just because you can't afford a pad in the best section of town doesn?t mean you have to put your
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Monday, May 07, 2007 12:15 PM
How much do I need for a house? The exact amount varies, but here are the major costs you should anticipate: ? A 5% to 20% down payment (anything less
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Filed under: Fees
Posted by The Nest Editors