Home Buying
Calculating Home Equity: How to Figure It Out & Use It
Since you first started making monthly payments towards your home, you have been gradually building equity. Equity is an important financial asset, and you can [..]
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What to Expect During the Home Financing Process
Purchasing a new home is an exciting time, but it can also be a challenging one and a long process. But if you know the steps and what [..]
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Cost of Islamic Finance Is Comparable With Conventional Home Loans
There is a belief that Islamic finance is more expensive than conventional home loans. In the past, this once held true; however, it has been [..]
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Islamic Mortgage Rates: Is Islamic Finance More Expensive Than a Conventional Loan?
Compare the rates of Islamic home financing with conventional mortgages and learn what every homebuyer should know about fees in traditional mortgages.
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10 Common Questions about Buying a House the Halal Way
Have questions about halal mortgages? You're not alone. Here are the most common questions on the topic.
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The Difference Between an Islamic and Conventional Mortgage
Find out how an Islamic mortgage is different than a conventional home loan in terms of interest, risk, and the financial model.
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Renting vs. Buying a House: Advantages & Disadvantages
For many, buying a home is the ultimate dream. You may have been browsing Zillow, attending open houses, and toying with ideas of homeownership. While [..]
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5 Things to Research Before Buying a House
Buying a home is an important decision. That's why you need to do careful research before your purchase. Here are 5 things to consider when [..]
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10 Tips for Spring Home Maintenance
Spring is a season of renewal and rejuvenation, making it a good time to give your home a thorough inspection and carry out essential maintenance [..]
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What is Guidance Residential’s relationship with Freddie Mac & Fannie Mae?
At Guidance Residential, we are asked sometimes about our relationship with Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. The short answer is that we work with these [..]
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Solved: Could Mortgage Pre-Approval Hurt Your Credit Score?
Unless you are planning to pay all cash, mortgage pre-approval is an important step in the process of buying a home — no matter what [..]
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First-Time Home Buying 101
Buying a home—it’s just three words, but it’s a big deal in most people’s lives. To navigate this journey as a first-time homebuyer, take it [..]
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