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    The mortgage process — all mapped out

    From Navigator Credit Union Buying a home is one of life’s most exciting milestones. It’s also one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make. Whether you’re buying for the first time or moving up to something bigger, this process comes with a lot of moving parts and some crucial financial decisions. Be sure you consider […]

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    Struggling to afford closing or down payment costs?

    By Macie Carney Mississippi Home Corporation’s mission is to enhance Mississippi ‘s long-term economic viability by financing safe, decent and affordable housing and helping working families build wealth. We understand that finding cash for down payment and closing costs is difficult when trying to buy a home. Another obstacle for many homebuyers is past credit […]

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    Get debt-free — or plan for retirement?

    One of the most debated financial questions of modern times is whether you should prioritize paying off your home mortgage over planning for your retirement. The answer to that question often is rooted in emotion more than sound financial wisdom. Emotion embraces the dream of a retirement with no debt, great health and doing whatever […]

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    Five things kids should know about money

    As a life planner and business coach, I find one of the main things people lack is a basic understanding of financial principles. I wonder — how much easier could their lives have been if they’d been taught these basic facts as children?  As adults, we know money doesn’t grow on trees. Instead of allowing […]

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    Auto insurance rates are speeding up

    In case you haven’t noticed, insurance rates for vehicle coverage are starting to skyrocket. The increase in distracted drivers has caused many more accidents, and newer vehicles have very expensive computer components that are making repairs almost cost prohibitive.  A number of factors could increase your rates, including a bad driving record, bad credit, driving […]

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    Learn the ropes about life insurance

    The most important reason to have life insurance is to avoid leaving your loved ones with significant debt and expenses. We are not promised tomorrow, and when you leave your family behind, there is a serious financial impact. Life insurance will help with covering burial costs, paying off the mortgage, paying for your children’s continued […]

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