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Mortgage Insurance 101 - Let's Get the Facts for 2017

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If you’re thinking about purchasing a home - and you plan to take out a mortgage in order to make that dream a reality - then there’s something you need to know about. And that’s mortgage insurance. You’ve probably heard the term “mortgage insurance” before, but if you’re like most first-time homebuyers, you might not know exactly what mortgage insurance is all about. What is mortgage insurance? Is it required or optional? And do you REALLY need it? Mark Cashin of Oakville mortgage brokers Cashin Mortgages, is here to demystify mortgage insurance and school you on the basics so you can make the best decision when it comes to securing insurance for your mortgage. He's an expert and has some great insight to share for the Canadian market as an interesting spin on the subject. What Is Mortgage Insurance?According to Wikipedia, mortgage insurance is “an insurance policy which compensates lenders or investors for losses due to the default of a mortgage loan.” Or, in other words, it’s an

7 Inexpensive Ways to Increase the Value of Your Home

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If you’re thinking of selling your home, you’re probably thinking about what you can do to get it in shape to show. But if you’re working on a tight budget, you’re probably wondering what the most inexpensive home improvements are that will still ensure you’ll get the most from the sale of your home. The good news is there are a number of projects that can be done quickly, even by the homeowner, that can give your home a fresh look without breaking the bank.A Fresh Coat of PaintOne of the quickest and least expensive improvements you can make to your home is to paint it. A fresh coat of paint can make walls look new and clean, while giving them a modern color can transform your space and catch a buyer’s eye. Painting is the kind of project that most homeowners can complete on their own, and a gallon of paint costs as little as $25. Add a few rollers and brushes, and this cost-effective update can brighten and update any room in your home. It's easy to learn or hire out, according t

Online Marketing Challenges and Getting a Job as a Realtor

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Real estate can be a fulfilling career. Helping people find their perfect home can be extraordinarily satisfying, while at the same time having control over your income can be financially rewarding. But how does someone get started in real estate sales? The process is straightforward and involves learning the laws and regulations of the business and finding the right team to work with. You can also try to find a local career online if you search through the right websites.Determine if Real Estate Sales is Right for YouThe first thing to think about when considering a career in real estate is the lifestyle that comes along with selling real estate. On the plus side, it’s not the typical hourly job, or even office work, with regulated hours and a boss making sure that you’re assigned tasks and getting them done. Being a real estate agent provides you with a great deal of flexibility in your schedule, and you can work as much or as little as you like. You are your own boss. On the other h

BUTLER AVENUE E DOYLESTOWN, Pennsylvania, 18901

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Listing #: 6910620 Price: $199,000 Bedrooms: Bathrooms: 0 Partial Baths: 0 Square Feet: 23,217 Status: ACTIVE Acres: 0.530 Street Address: E BUTLER AVENUE Unit Number: City Name: DOYLESTOWN Zipcode: 18901 State: Pennsylvania County Name: BUCKS longitude: -75.166529 latitude: 40.30035 Year Built: property Type: Lots and Land Agent Name: Vince Bevivino Agent Phone: Agent Email: vincebev@gmail.com Office Name: Coldwell Banker Preferred-Blue Bell Office Contacts: 2156412727 Office Email: info@cbprem.com Photos: http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/UYUyJTtRFs0UvXS5bOV7h5a1OAakHZh-IHeWJufCSBorjrLpBSx8yuamtm_R7girZPNa-Vq1nFHaXiVz9v_hdg.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/gN407lWCbyCSsUQ6xTz8tf2UBPhdNa4iNcM06AqkW4yDHLL-kA-T6PJWN-xToIOtew8juJAONrwVUWzyzuGYxg.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/aB4ZHSWD2Q7XJyN_oAwWf_0751S4ycO035lOOWv_jxrZQPKvtUAvEEj8vEt1T9RFEgt2a619UO7I7IBLsgbVsw.jpg , , Description: Half Acre vacant lot (.53 acres)-- across from

240 HONEY HOLLOW LANE CHALFONT, Pennsylvania, 18914

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Listing #: 6998652 Price: $2,449 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Partial Baths: 1 Square Feet: 2,174 Status: ACTIVE Acres: 0.140 Street Address: 240 HONEY HOLLOW LANE Unit Number: City Name: CHALFONT Zipcode: 18914 State: Pennsylvania County Name: BUCKS longitude: -75.214751 latitude: 40.289603 Year Built: property Type: Rentals Agent Name: Mark Caracausa Agent Phone: Agent Email: markc@cbpremierproperties.com Office Name: Coldwell Banker Preferred-Blue Bell Office Contacts: 2156412727 Office Email: info@cbprem.com Photos: http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/ZdfexZ2WCcjRvxHFaLoq0VYEoP5bwLoxuOYDtBgqYXdqlCthucQ8RaZlScZ9jmKuA2G4Iyovi-b3C44m7Dxnwg.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/oN3nQDlk2St4D2ruKE46aXbuPJk4jTweZnw3NwzOcI5DqmaGLtRREYE4lGbFp0WrfLXybnMaXJ9t3J3xc3tN6A.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/fhcz4tI8GpBJ6B2pnfcBQAUPrj4T38Eej5M5fn2OX_y_DhTipJw2CSKSUq2DT60vz2N98hVS8zgbRgj5bfHn4A.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/XKLsqp7Up0ybtCPD5

5 RAMSGATE COURT BLUE BELL, Pennsylvania, 19422

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Listing #: 6998850 Price: $325,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Partial Baths: 2 Square Feet: 2,202 Status: ACTIVE Acres: 0.040 Street Address: 5 RAMSGATE COURT Unit Number: City Name: BLUE BELL Zipcode: 19422 State: Pennsylvania County Name: MONTGOMERY longitude: -75.265347 latitude: 40.128793 Year Built: property Type: Residential Agent Name: Sheila Salvitti Agent Phone: Agent Email: sheila@cbpremierproperties.com Office Name: Coldwell Banker Preferred-Blue Bell Office Contacts: 2156412727 Office Email: info@cbprem.com Photos: http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/dzIXzAo4vO3YgfZ42n-O1iKdsEtMrVp05YFo99S1UmnPMj1vnPklfhUtq9vbsxyrwQeVQ36LHYcZRVK5GVWZyQ.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/jStFhsF0Y_PuGK-UVY6cfD5FbDXiiklD9iiIVG2IM5pHSfOk4RYScwViWPGaRtfSCNxWjF47s7hWNqjcHP-Pmw.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/DqawIuPu5G7g1pAx7hDiXCwjOs9k9cWGKDZ7S3NecfUod17F-vtV_C1Q8BpVeUbfSt6SdzeultowM0120DTfxA.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/JjrlSPld

58 GARFIELD AVENUE HATFIELD, Pennsylvania, 19440

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Listing #: 6996854 Price: $279,000 Bedrooms: Bathrooms: 0 Partial Baths: 0 Square Feet: 2,736 Status: ACTIVE Acres: 0.140 Street Address: 58 GARFIELD AVENUE Unit Number: City Name: HATFIELD Zipcode: 19440 State: Pennsylvania County Name: MONTGOMERY longitude: -75.295226 latitude: 40.285893 Year Built: property Type: Multi-Family Agent Name: Vince Bevivino Agent Phone: Agent Email: vincebev@gmail.com Office Name: Coldwell Banker Preferred-Blue Bell Office Contacts: 2156412727 Office Email: info@cbprem.com Photos: http://images.mris.com/image/V3/1/Rm5tV2B_2BjXRC0dcaWdGcN__CPWlW66GPnoX30GJzE55yga7_fpU3r_HcsScJLEl3R0bM9eCM5kRQT7s7XrCQ.jpg , http://images.mris.com/image/V3/1/6633hPCKHUqvoqevXVTvLUfwDHUuL6Tg0dFRnn3ZcEDrykpEZCucOnd7auDwt4fljkZ9EU9xxfBpfWiAAo1TTA.jpg , http://images.mris.com/image/V3/1/bfmBGOfoz5tcqM8lV8Zbn1WXrn5RZn5Txhb2vovDKZNx7WD5OHQwmE7Heb2zLCCf8pUtpgOb1LqyHrSBCYgJZw.jpg , http://images.mris.com/image/V3/1/eguMJ9iJoZ5rWVI9KZgsmVv3eucaNnP1Q

The 8 Most Important Tips Every First Time Home Buyer Needs

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Buying a home is a big deal, whether you’ve purchased five homes or this is your first one. But the big difference for first-time home buyers is not knowing all of the details and processes involved in making this first, big purchase. From purchase financing to house inspections, here are the eight most important things that first time home buyers need to know to make the right decision. Understanding “How Much House Can I Afford” – Before You LookPaying for a home may seem as straightforward as renting, but nothing could be further from the truth. There are a number of factors that you should consider when thinking about your price range for a home. First, keep in mind that you may qualify for a much larger mortgage than you can realistically afford. Depending on your lifestyle, other bills, and so forth, your income may indicate you qualify for a large mortgage, but your budget may not agree. A mortgage calculator, like this one, can help you understand what you can afford. Also, kee

3444 GERMANTOWN PIKE COLLEGEVILLE, Pennsylvania, 19426

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Listing #: 6651049 Price: $1,184,000 Bedrooms: Bathrooms: 0 Partial Baths: 0 Square Feet: Status: ACTIVE Acres: 2.870 Street Address: 3444 GERMANTOWN PIKE Unit Number: City Name: COLLEGEVILLE Zipcode: 19426 State: Pennsylvania County Name: MONTGOMERY longitude: -75.4078679 latitude: 40.173764 Year Built: property Type: Commercial Agent Name: Vince Bevivino Agent Phone: Agent Email: vincebev@gmail.com Office Name: Coldwell Banker Preferred-Blue Bell Office Contacts: 2156412727 Office Email: info@cbprem.com Photos: http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/LtlDl7rR7quB8laOXD0dOqR921cd4ALCEW-KmPet_-mPOUEvYijcJVdQ64XRXCyMNxdC61WPcmYulex_0y7KaQ.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/5uepoqOV_I7KTlC9yzQ8Nt-VI7jqdi2LcDkY5Daj6P4bbfgjWl8G586QfpaC1sWm1VhRDDaAPV8obbkyqMArdQ.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/T1SM6IKTHUYqEG_VWFnqLuSAC_kyu3ISkh7VLqpdpRDPCTm32L_xAij7ifhvCunzdMIlXcY6gh7h3xD07MxwQQ.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/jelTfEhMHV06T8xGkkaJ

56 STUART DRIVE EAST NORRITON, Pennsylvania, 19401

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Listing #: 6897564 Price: $178,000 Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1 Partial Baths: 1 Square Feet: 1,232 Status: ACTIVE Acres: 0.030 Street Address: 56 STUART DRIVE Unit Number: City Name: EAST NORRITON Zipcode: 19401 State: Pennsylvania County Name: MONTGOMERY longitude: -75.312906 latitude: 40.146498 Year Built: property Type: Residential Agent Name: Mark Caracausa Agent Phone: Agent Email: markc@cbpremierproperties.com Office Name: Coldwell Banker Preferred-Blue Bell Office Contacts: 2156412727 Office Email: info@cbprem.com Photos: http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/1Bx33I3fYY7KfBJ5tdz4-dcDDhSnAzh2QDf9ISxNod2Be2tQHu4nSsT-Ir7tpXmRsag6TTEMxCZx3T7TCMymnw.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/tj8x-jUhc16aFX__zwpWaceTu5wEcLQz92_BhUV0JVhgcE2KQzWWn9b59iHHK67aNL3x5uZ5xQYcz5rWiTnx4Q.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/ZqHNgj-XsZhxgMFvJTNHzj1LUsEQ94E9AxvIWEswAbqxAUUQHjbSTrNjdLJ-_mSUmOZ82V_ZKiY6VYyKP9iabQ.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/lSd6oVE

1105 OAKHURST LANE GWYNEDD VALLEY, Pennsylvania, 19002

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Listing #: 6910175 Price: $675,000 Bedrooms: Bathrooms: 0 Partial Baths: 0 Square Feet: 62,726 Status: ACTIVE Acres: 1.440 Street Address: 1105 OAKHURST LANE Unit Number: City Name: GWYNEDD VALLEY Zipcode: 19002 State: Pennsylvania County Name: MONTGOMERY longitude: 0 latitude: 0 Year Built: property Type: Lots and Land Agent Name: David J. Caracausa Agent Phone: Agent Email: davidc@cbpremierproperties.com Office Name: Coldwell Banker Preferred-Blue Bell Office Contacts: 2156412727 Office Email: info@cbprem.com Photos: http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/vGJmr2_LzRKhfjwMDntQJTTxHqiRPW5AvGyHVwkYYUH3qLoB9M_tOJ4AvGxVl63IEip-b9ibW8kzegTVScNOiQ.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/e5k7zG1eLbbcu39iNa87m3lzr_oSsONSyWZ4BQYoXTvk4wQtMsIkvNMm51a0-VVUhzLmMP8OKvxZjD4d0VFxVA.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/_0zmwrx4Psm9-2kzofFkzQ5i4Dc4eF551nP9jasTVLBUrtrwNOq3ABzFo7PckOeDDXl8LHpi2-fbOi-m9VedqA.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/5Xn-4hRkHRl0M0

1424 EVANS ROAD LOWER GWYNEDD, Pennsylvania, 19002

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Listing #: 6916502 Price: $1,395,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3 Partial Baths: 2 Square Feet: 5,781 Status: ACTIVE Acres: 1.440 Street Address: 1424 EVANS ROAD Unit Number: City Name: LOWER GWYNEDD Zipcode: 19002 State: Pennsylvania County Name: MONTGOMERY longitude: -75.235077 latitude: 40.206693 Year Built: property Type: Residential Agent Name: David J. Caracausa Agent Phone: Agent Email: davidc@cbpremierproperties.com Office Name: Coldwell Banker Preferred-Blue Bell Office Contacts: 2156412727 Office Email: info@cbprem.com Photos: http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/A-iPc4eL45VHircat55rU_WLMtl9EZ5KcKx7kEvufMaf5iDBJ9BL8MQBtIvzu2XXMheuyIR6ZkvA0Myj3uHFvw.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/EPdI_0Orn_hPTLh8oUXg3k9mgvUX_bB1GTaA-v-tjjf_zryojRrZ4zMdZMOF-_sverw2s0PTbrB5rEs9XL8d3Q.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/-_5l1URgyR21-aw36e2d0m0T8l7YyQ7ImedmonOyK5TsvZs-mBxnaRR0titJ-InY43cBIQU3-cH0n3RE5gj_mQ.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/

45 ARBOR CIRCLE COLMAR, Pennsylvania, 18915

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Listing #: 6929269 Price: $335,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Partial Baths: 1 Square Feet: 1,849 Status: ACTIVE Acres: 0.070 Street Address: 45 ARBOR CIRCLE Unit Number: City Name: COLMAR Zipcode: 18915 State: Pennsylvania County Name: MONTGOMERY longitude: -75.251234 latitude: 40.268351 Year Built: property Type: Residential Agent Name: Marco Tustanowsky Agent Phone: Agent Email: marco@cbpremierproperties.com Office Name: Coldwell Banker Preferred-Blue Bell Office Contacts: 2156412727 Office Email: info@cbprem.com Photos: http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/lMnT8UJ-DZf8KIDYnKYon3j6ZcC872Fw9S1x-j_gImqE6n9in7d7Uf6j4AiDiNR_fEHjRFuA5ibHJ1ldL_NbMg.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/9swoyeD3HzMppSZ2-F6-w4gZYK3eOmd9BRrdnCW86ZofASNBds83nAa_Bere9Y2H7Slk5rIxPbePCwCpbqGhpw.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/pUPf-KdaHeZ0plUaGxgEWhPlH76XsWNpPPQmr1GEsk73Ot-v8E_zJ06rlFhWo_c2YXRHuwfb0-XXsdc_d4Ce_Q.jpg , http://coremedia.mris.com/image/V3/1/ouza4L7daKN