Latest blog posts about Retirement

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  Retirement What are the current mortgage refinance rates?

  The interest rate is one of the first things people look at when shopping for a refinanced mortgage, because it is the key factor in determining the total cost of borrowing.

  

  Debra Jack, Contributor  article author

  December 4, 2023
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  Home Improvement Major changes to federal energy efficiency tax incentives might give you a financial boost

  Considering a home remodel? You might be eligible for federal energy efficiency tax incentives that could save you money. Read on to learn more.

  

  Alysse Guitar, Director of Growth  article author

  July 24, 2023
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  Retirement 4 things to do to prep for retirement

  The main elements of a retirement plan should include reducing your expenses, increasing your savings and obtaining the right insurance.

  

  Barron Ernst, Head of Product  article author

  January 9, 2020
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  Retirement 5 reasons seniors love home equity lines of credit

  Applying for a HELOC during retirement can allow you to pay for many major expenses. You need to have at least some equity in your home to consider this option. Even if you still have a mortgage, a HELOC can work for you so long as you build the payments into your retirement budget. It’s important to make regular payments on a HELOC to ensure that you will have access to it again when you need it.

  

  Barron Ernst, Head of Product  article author

  September 24, 2019
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  Retirement Will Your Retirement Affect Your Equity Line of Credit?

  Retirement is a time when most people want to sit back, enjoy their home, and not worry about debt. While some retirees are able to enjoy their golden years without concern for paying their bills, others are not so fortunate.

  

  Alysse Guitar, Director of Growth  article author

  August 29, 2019