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Month: October 2017

Case Study: Larger Down Payment vs. Money for Investing

October 22, 2017November 11, 2017 musicman Real Estate and Wealth Creation

Let me begin my story by providing you with a little background so that you will have some context.  I talk to all of my clients about investing. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or have owned many homes, I want you to understand investing concepts like the time-value of money and considerations when investing […]

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Structuring Your Mortgage: Rate and Payment are Secondary

October 22, 2017November 11, 2017 musicman Real Estate and Wealth Creation

When most people get a mortgage, they focus on what the rate is and how low the payment is – which is determined by rate, down payment amount and term. What most people lose sight of (or don’t think about in the first place) is their overall financial picture. Are You Prepared for Retirement?   The […]

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