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Wilmington, NC Saving for Peace of Mind

Thursday, September 10th, 2009

Savings for Peace of Mind…

For our own peace of mind in today’s uncertain economic times, it is important to do what we can to prepare for life’s unforeseen circumstances. Did you realize the Personal Saving Rate in 2009 is at its highest point this decade? Americans are putting more money into their savings for retirement and unexpected events like unemployment and other emergencies.

 

7 Easy Tips For Growing Your Savings

During difficult economic times, it’s easy to neglect your savings. Regardless of the state of the economy, paying yourself is always a must. Her are seven tips for growing your savings.

 

1.    Establish an emergency savings account.

In the event of an emergency, having money set aside will prevent you from dipping into your retirement or long-term savings. A general rule of thumb is to set aside money equal to two or more months ‘worth of living expenses.

 

2.   Saving money for your long-term goals.

Saving becomes easier when you have a goal to work toward. If your employer matches a portion of your retirement contribution, you are passing up free money if you don’t take advantage.

 

3.   Make savings automatic.

A portion of every paycheck should go directly into your savings account. Your bank can set up an automatic transfer for you.

 

4.   Start small if necessary.

Even if you can’t afford to put a lot towards your savings right away, starting small will still establish a savings routine.

 

 

5.   Comparison shop for the best rates

Search for a high yield savings account can double your interest.

 

6.   Turn a payment into savings.

If you’ve recently paid off a credit card or loan. Add that payment amount to your monthly savings amount.

 

7.   Savings you windfall.

If you just received an inheritance, a tax refund or a bonus at work, you don’t have to spend it just because you have it. Money set aside now will reward you later-and with interest!

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Improve Your Credit Score

Tuesday, May 12th, 2009

IMPROVE YOUR CREDIT SCORE, Wilmington NC Real Estate NC

 

Your credit score is one of the most important factors used to decide whether you will qualify for a major loan and what its terms will be.  Every day, many would-be-borrowers are denied loans, while consumers with strong credit histories are getting great rates on mortgages, car loans, and student’s loans. Understanding how your credit score is formulated is your first step when applying for a loan.

 

Take advantage of the rules.

Too many credit applications can lower your score. Multiple inquiries signal that you are having trouble successfully securing a loan and may be a credit risk or undesirable borrower. However, multiple inquiries from the same type of lender such as a mortgage company are counted as single inquiry if submitted over a short period of time.

 

Reduce your debt.

Creditors look for an optimal total debt load of around 36 percent of your house-hold income. If you monthly mortgage, car loan, and revolving credit card payments total more than 36 percent of your monthly salary, you will likely need to find a way to lower your overall dept before applying for a new loan.

 

Pay on time.

The easiest way to raise an ailing credit score is to make all your loan payments on time every month. Over the span of several months, you will likely need to find a way to lower your overall debt before applying for a new loan.

 

Timing is everything.

Wait 12 months following a credit problem before applying for a mortgage or a car loan. You will be penalized less for problems that are more than a year old.

 

Get your finances in order.

Avoid credit card purchases prior to applying for a major loan, and stay away from independent finance companies with high interest rates, which reflect poor credit management. Transferring dept from one card to another is another way to reduce your credit score. Of course, paying off credit cards every month is ideal. But that is not possible, steadily pay down the debt.

 

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Creative ways to buy a home in Wilmington, NC

Tuesday, May 12th, 2009

CREATIVE WAYS

TO BUY A HOME IN WILMINGTON, NC

 

If your credit situation is less than ideal, here are a few options for purchasing a new home:

 

1.       Research and speak with your real estate agent and lender about local, state, and national down payment programs that may be able to cover part or all of your down payment if you

Qualify.

 

2.       Arrange financing through the seller for part of or for the entire purchase price.

 

 

3.       Find a shared equity partner for your home.  A family member, friend, or third party-investor buys a portion of the home and shares any appreciation when the home is sold.

 

 

4.       Secure a loan from a family member or ask a family member to cosign on your home loan.

 

 

5.       Lease with the option to buy, which will allow you to rent for a period while you collect enough for a down payment. You will likely be able to apply part or all of the rent paid to the final purchase price.

 

6.       If you have good income and low debt, apply for a second short-term mortgage to allow for a higher down payment.

 

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First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit, Wilmington NC

Saturday, February 14th, 2009

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the final version of the Economic Stimulus Bill - a massive, $787 billionpackage of tax cuts and federal spending. The U.S. Senate is expected to vote on this bill later today or over theweekend. Included in the bill is a $8,000 tax credit to first-time home buyers.

To veiw the chart with more details about this tax credit click here.  

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