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Being a novice often feels like a nuisance. However, there are actually perks to being a first-timer.
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Mortgage rates retreated this week as the Federal Reserve opted not to cut rates.
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After several missed payments, your lender can start the foreclosure process.
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If you’re a homeowner impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires, contact your mortgage servicer as soon as possible.
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When filing Chapter 7, you must disclose all assets, but it doesn’t mean you can’t keep some.
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When you’re filing for bankruptcy, disclose all your assets, no matter how trivial.
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First off, the mortgage still needs to be repaid — whatever your ultimate plans for the home are.