THE CAPITAL CREST JOURNAL

A little more clarity.
Before your next move.

Practical reading for buying a home, planning a move, and asking better financing questions.

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Your questions.
A useful starting point.

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Home financing planning desk
Planning your move

Buy first or sell first?

Consider the timing, available equity, and financing questions involved in moving from one home to another.

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Contemporary residential property
Homebuying

Buying near a university

Look beyond the address to local demand, amenities, and the property features that matter to your plans.

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Home exterior and surrounding landscaping
Homeownership

Understanding homeowners insurance

Get familiar with coverage terminology and the insurance questions to raise before closing.

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Credit & preparation

Medical debt and your mortgage conversation

Learn what to discuss with your loan team when reviewing credit information and preparing for a mortgage.

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Military borrowers

Exploring VA benefits while on active duty

Start with the questions to ask about your service eligibility, benefit, and home financing plans.

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Articles provide general information. Program rules, eligibility, and credit treatment can change. Confirm current details with your loan team.

FROM READING TO YOUR OWN PLANS

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