Financial Wellness

Down payment got you down? Is the thought of savings scary? Fear not! Here we’ve got everything you need to understand how to make sure your finances are in great shape to qualify for a home loan.

How To Save Money: The Top 5 Ways

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How To Save Money: The Top 5 Ways...

Learn about the different ways to save your money to gain peace of mind!

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Money You Need Upfront to Purchase a Home

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Money You Need Upfront to Purchase...

Know the range of upfront costs before sending in the initial application.

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Why Mortgage Reserves Matter When Buying a Home

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Why Mortgage Reserves Matter When...

Contact your lender to see how much in reserves you'll need to set aside.

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The Tax Benefits of Homeownership

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The Tax Benefits of Homeownership...

Tax season. For some, that means anxiety. For others, hope for a tax refund.

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What’s a FICO Score? Your Credit Scoring Guide

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What’s a FICO Score? Your Credit...

Your all-in-one FICO scoring guide.

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The Beginner’s Guide To Making a Budget

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The Beginner’s Guide To Making a Budget

Master budgeting basics with our beginner's guide.

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10 Ways To Put Your Tax Refund Toward a New Home

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10 Ways To Put Your Tax Refund Toward a New Home

Invest in homeownership by putting your tax refund to work!

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What is Down Payment Assistance and Do You Qualify?

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What is Down Payment Assistance and...

Try these resources for down payment assistance.

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5 Ways to Save for a Down Payment

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5 Ways to Save for a Down Payment

Break down the saving process into small money moves!

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Buying a Home With Retirement Savings: Pros and Cons

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Buying a Home With Retirement Savings: Pros and Cons

Tapping into your retirement savings now has benefits and drawbacks.

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Your 2023 Tax Preparation Starts Now

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Your 2023 Tax Preparation Starts...

Set yourself up for success this tax season by making these early preparations.

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Pay Off Debt With a Cash-Out Refinance

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Pay Off Debt With a Cash-Out Refinance...

Use your home's equity for a cash-out refinance and pay off money you owe.

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