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jeff_harris
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RE: Why do VA mortgage rates seem higher lately?
I’ve noticed the same thing with VA rates lately and it’s made me a little nervous, honestly. I’m always watching my credit and trying to keep things as clean as possible, but it feels like even with a solid score, VA ra...
RE: Physicians are missing out on major tax savings with the wrong mortgage
I get where you’re coming from, but I wonder if we’re underestimating the long-term impact of PMI on credit and overall financial health. Sure, the tax deduction isn’t what it used to be, but if you’re stuck with a highe...
RE: Texas Homebuyers: What’s Stopping You From Your Dream Household?
I totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve had the same debate with myself every time I look at a place. Honestly, after seeing a friend get hit with a $7k sewer line repair two months after closing, I lean toward ext...
RE: Getting Results When Your Loan Servicer Drops the Ball
Totally agree on not relying on just one method - too many ways for things to get lost or “misfiled.” I’ve had certified mail sit untouched for ages, too, and honestly, it’s nerve-wracking when you’re up against a deadli...
RE: Does having a top-notch credit score really make home buying easier?
Honestly, I’ve wondered the same thing. You said, I totally get that. Even with a great score, it feels like every little transfer or odd deposit gets flagged. Do you think it’s just risk management gone overboard, or i...
RE: How Do You Shop Around For Home Insurance - Or Do You Just Stick With The Same Company?
I totally get that uneasy feeling about raising the deductible - same here. I always wonder, if something big happens, would I actually have enough set aside to cover it? When you shop around, do you ever check if compan...