home buyer
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5 To-Dos Before Buying a Home
February 20, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Mortgage, Personal Finance, Savings
Are you about to begin the hunt for your future home? We understand that the home buying process can become overwhelming, which is why we’d like to offer you a little insight. Start your home buying journey off right by completing this checklist! Strengthen your credit. A 620 FICO score means you can get a mortgage, but that doesn’t mean you’ll want to. According to recent data from myFICO.com, someone with the minimum credit score can expect to pay over $82,000
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5 Creative Ways to Save for Your New Home
January 16, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Mortgage, Savings
You’ve made the decision that you are tired of renting and ready to step into the world of home ownership. Good for you! You may be wondering what your next steps should be in order to be financially prepared for this major investment. Here are some creative ways to ramp up your savings for this exciting adventure! 1. Consider a Move Now Is the place you’re living in now truly the most cost effective for your budget? Consider moving to a temporary location that can significantly
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So You’ve Bought Your First Home: Savings 101
August 1, 2018
Categories: Budgeting, Family, Mortgage, Savings
Congratulations! You’ve taken a big step in your financial future by purchasing your first home. As a new homeowner, you may be worried about the chunk of change you just spent, and your bank account may be looking a little slim right now. Luckily, Bank of Louisiana is here with a few simple saving solutions to help your funds increase. Slow Your Spending As you have just made a big dent in your savings, now is the time to slow down on your purchasing behavior. Be sure to be aware of
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