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The bottom fell from U.S. mortgage rates after Britain voted to leave the European Union. “Brexit” is creating one of the best days for rates in history. Continue reading

There are 2 widely-accepted ways you can calculate your maximum home purchase price. What you should know about both methods, plus live mortgage rates at ultra-low levels. Continue reading