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March 2026 Fed Meeting, Mortgage Rate Lock Guide

March 2026 Fed Meeting, Mortgage Rate Lock Guide

February 24, 2026 | Posted by: NXTGEN HOME LOANS

If you are planning to buy a home this spring, or you are thinking about refinancing, the calendar matters. The Federal Reserve's next scheduled meeting is March 17 to 18, 2026, and rate expectations ...

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2026 Conforming Loan Limits, What It Means for You

2026 Conforming Loan Limits, What It Means for You

February 10, 2026 | Posted by: NXTGEN HOME LOANS

2026 Conforming Loan Limits Are Higher, Here Is What That Means for Your Buying Power and Monthly Payment If you have been shopping for a home in the last couple of years, you have probably heard ...

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Material Shortages Causing Housing Problems – Real Estate Market Update

Material Shortages Causing Housing Problems – Real Estate Market Update

January 23, 2026

Spring is here, and with it come the usual home buying season. If you're in real estate, it's about to get truly fascinating. There are likewise some distinct challenges you and your purchasers might ...

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Decisions Regarding Monetary Policy Implementation issued April 28, 2021

Decisions Regarding Monetary Policy Implementation issued April 28, 2021

January 16, 2026

The Federal Reserve has made the following decisions to implement the monetary policy stance announced by the Federal Open Market Committee in its statement on April 28, 2021: • T ...

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Benefits of Investing in Multi-Family Real Estate

Benefits of Investing in Multi-Family Real Estate

January 9, 2026

What is Multi-Family Real Estate? Any residential property that contains more than one housing unit is classed as multi-family real estate. Some of the most prevalent examples of multi-family real ...

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Home Selling Season is Around the Corner: Tips to Get Ready

Home Selling Season is Around the Corner: Tips to Get Ready

January 2, 2026

Home selling season is rapidly approaching. In most cases, spring is the top time to sell a home. One reason spring is the top-selling season is that home buyers align their moving schedule with their ...

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Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early?

Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early?

December 19, 2025

It's a dream to be able to pay off your mortgage early, but is there a downside?  While it sounds like a great idea, there are some factors to consider before doing so.  This article will ex ...

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Real Estate 101: Essential Tips for First-Time Home Buyers

Real Estate 101: Essential Tips for First-Time Home Buyers

December 12, 2025

Buying a home is always a big decision, but when you're a first-time buyer it's even more important to get it right. Without home-buying experience to draw on, it's easy to make mistakes you could reg ...

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10 Essential Tips for Taking Out Your First Mortgage

10 Essential Tips for Taking Out Your First Mortgage

December 5, 2025

Taking out your first mortgage presents a major financial commitment, possibly the biggest one you'll ever make, so it's crucial that you get the best deal available. Getting a mortgage is often not a ...

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Should You Refinance Your Mortgage?

Should You Refinance Your Mortgage?

November 28, 2025

There are a multitude of reasons why a homeowner may be considering refinancing their mortgage. However, before any final decisions are made it is always a good idea to consider carefully whether refi ...

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