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10 2022 November
How To Transition from Renter to First-Time Homeowner
Are you ready to make the jump from renter to first-time homebuyer, but feel like you don’t even know how to get started? You’re not...
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01 2022 November
First Heritage Mortgage Opens New Branch in Augusta, Georgia
First Heritage Mortgage Opens New Branch in Augusta, Georgia AUGUSTA, Ga. – First Heritage Mortgage continues to grow its lending footprint in Georgia with a...
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27 2022 October
What To Expect The Week of Closing on Your House
You’re almost there! You’ve worked with your loan officer to find the best loan program for you, found a house you love, and got your...
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13 2022 October
How Much Does It Cost to Build a House?
From the availability of houses on the market, to competition from other buyers, to wanting custom features – there are many reasons you may be...
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29 2022 September
How Does the September Fed Rate Increase Impact Mortgages?
This is an updated version of our article How Does the Fed Rate Increase Affect Mortgages? Originally published in May 2022. In August, the Bureau...
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01 2022 September
How Long Does It Take to Get Mortgage Pre-Approval?
The very first step in buying a home is making the decision that you’re ready to buy. The next step after that is determining how...
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18 2022 August
How a Recession Affects the Housing Market
Inflation has been in the news and on the minds of just about everyone throughout the past year. Now there’s a new concern emerging –...
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04 2022 August
What To Do When Your Appraisal Comes In Lower Than Your Offer
Appraisals are an important part of the mortgage process, mainly because they ensure that you’re paying a fair price for your new home as a...
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28 2022 July
How To Use Your 401(k) to Help Buy Your Home
You usually hear that it’s imperative to save for retirement as early as you can. That advice will serve you well as you get closer...
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