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What does it mean to refinance a home mortgage?

What does it mean to refinance a home mortgage? Essentially, refinancing means your lender pays off your old mortgage with a new mortgage on your home.

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Take these 5 Steps to refinance a second home in Washington

The first steps to refinancing is knowing why you want to refinance your second home—or a first one—in Washington and then assessing the value of your home.

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When Is a good time to refinance your home?

When is a good time to refinance your home? It depends. There are four key considerations when deciding if it’s a good time to refinance your home.

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5 Tips for finding the best home loans in Washington

To find the best home loans in Washington State, start by deciding on the type of loan you want and then shop around for lenders such as credit unions.

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What Is a second mortgage?

What is a second mortgage? It functions similarly to a first mortgage. A lien is filed on your property and takes second priority, after your first mortgage.

How to get pre-qualified for a mortgage

Learn how to get pre-qualified for a mortgage and begin your path to homeownership. Check your credit score, calculate your debt and income, and more.

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Simplify spring cleaning with this checklist

It’s exciting to “think spring” this time of year, but with the changing of the season, there’s always a lot to tackle when it comes to spring cleaning. Creating a plan w...

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Best places to camp in Washington state

Washington is full of campgrounds among its lush forests, jaw-dropping coastlines and sandy beaches, and whether you’re driving (or towing) an RV or prefer a tent, there’...

What happens the day you close on a home?

Once your offer is accepted on a home and you choose your mortgage lender, the process moves quickly so you can close your Vancouver home loan on time.