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ICE Mortgage Technology’s Encompass to offer investment advisory advice for clients

Housing Wire

In the current market where the refi boom has dried up and interest rates are sky high, most home purchases are being driven by life events that come with other financial considerations. Borrowers will receive financial advice including – college savings plans if their household is expanding, additional life insurance and 401k at no cost.

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Down Payments: Bigger Isn’t Always Better

Will Springer Realtor

Rising home prices can keep thousands of first-timers out of the market unless they are using a low down payment. The math: 4% a year x 5 years = 20% price appreciation; 20% of $800,000 is $160,000, or $960,000 for the same home in 2028 x 3.5% = a down payment of $33,600.

Buyers 36