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Stronger Data Last Week Caused a Slight Rate Bump

Stronger jobless-claims and durable-goods data from last week pushed the average 30-year fixed slightly higher, but mortgage rates are still near recent lows. Here’s what that means for buyers and homeowners

Published on 12/01/2025

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Are 50-Year Mortgages Coming? What Homebuyers Need to Know

There’s been a lot of buzz lately about the possibility of 50-year mortgages entering the U.S. market. While nothing is official yet ...

Published on 11/25/2025

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Navigate First-Time Home Buying in Maine: Your Essential Success Guide

Ready to conquer the world of home buying? Discover tips, tricks, and local insights to smoothly sail through challenges and find your dream Maine home!

Published on 11/24/2025

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Navigate First-Time Home Buying in Maine: Your Essential Success Guide

Ready to conquer the world of home buying? Discover tips, tricks, and local insights to smoothly sail through challenges and find your dream Maine home!

Published on 11/24/2025

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What Today’s Jobs Report Means for Mortgage Rates

Mortgage rates held steady after a mixed jobs report, with unemployment rising and job growth coming in stronger than expected. Learn what this means for homebuyers and what to watch next.

Published on 11/21/2025

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The Housing Inventory Landscape in Maine

If you’re keeping an eye on the real-estate market in Maine, you’ll want to know this...

Published on 11/17/2025

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50-Year Mortgages? Here’s What You Need to Know

The Trump administration says it’s exploring 50-year mortgage options to help with affordability. Learn what this could mean for homebuyers, monthly payments, and long-term costs.

Published on 11/11/2025

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Fannie Mae’s Big Update: You May Qualify Even With a Credit Score Below 620

Fannie Mae’s new credit score policy lets lenders use automated approvals even for borrowers below 620. Here’s what that means for homebuyers who thought they couldn’t qualify.

Published on 11/08/2025

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VA Loans: Your Pathway to Affordable Homeownership for Veterans and Families

Are rising home prices stressing you out? VA loans can lighten your load! With no down payment and low rates, affordable homeownership is within reach.

Published on 11/06/2025