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Jan
14
Jan
Payment-Focused, Not Price-Focused: How to Budget for a Home in 2026
In today’s housing market, one concern rises above all others: monthly payments. In fact, 78% of buyers say their biggest ...
12
Jan
MIG Market Watch, January 12th, 2026
Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week near unchanged which held rates steady. Trading was very quiet the ...
06
Jan
Creative Financing in 2026: How Seller Concessions and 2/1 Buydowns Can Improve Affordability
Affordability challenges are expected to remain a key issue for homebuyers in 2026. While home prices and mortgage rates...
05
Jan
MIG Market Watch, January 5th, 2026
Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week near unchanged which held rates steady. Trading was very thin with ...
01
Jan
Renting vs. Buying in 2026: Analyzing the Long-Term Financial Impact
Deciding whether to rent or buy a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people make. In 2026, this choice is s...
30
Dec
Why Refinance in January? The Smart Homeowner’s Guide for the New Year
As a new year begins, many homeowners take a fresh look at their finances—and for good reason. January is one of the best ...
29
Dec
MIG Market Watch, December 29th, 2025
Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week slightly positive which put a little downward pressure on rates. Tr...
23
Dec
New Year, New Home Goals: Make 2026 the Year You Find (or Finance) Your Dream Home
As the calendar turns to a new year, many of us make resolutions — to save more, get organized, or finally take that big n...
22
Dec
MIG Market Watch, December 22nd, 2025
Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week slightly positive which put a little downward pressure on rates. Tr...
18
Dec
Year-End Financial Checklist: Smart Money Moves for 2026
Get your finances mortgage-ready for the new year! Our year-end financial checklist helps you review credit, budget, taxes, ...
15
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