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Cost to buy a house in Virginia
Montes-Bradley/Getty Images Thinking about moving to the Old Dominion State? You’re not alone. According to U.S. Census Bureau numbers, Virginia…
Guide to first-time homebuyer grants
fizkes/Getty Images: Illustration by Issiah Davis/Bankrate Key takeaways A first-time homebuyer grant can help you cover a down payment and…
Mortgage loan originators: What are they and what do they do?
ferrantraite/Getty Images Key takeaways A mortgage loan originator (MLO) is a person employed by a lender to help borrowers through…
What are non-conforming loans?
The Good Brigade/Getty Images Our writers and editors used an in-house natural language generation platform to assist with portions of…
Penalties for driving without insurance in Massachusetts
Like many states, Massachusetts takes driving without insurance seriously. You are legally required to show proof of insurance if you’re…
How much does it cost to sell a house in Connecticut?
DenisTangneyJr/Getty Images From conveyance taxes to agent commissions, the price of selling a home in the Constitution State can add…
Study: Car ownership costs Americans nearly $7,000 per year in hidden expenses
According to Bankrate’s new Hidden Cost of Car Ownership Study, the hidden costs of owning a car average $6,684 annually…
Tips for first-time car insurance buyers
For first-time buyers, shopping for car insurance can feel intimidating. If you’re running into steep quotes, not sure which company…
Social Security payment schedule: When are benefits paid each month?
Social Security retirement benefits are paid to retirees and recipients of survivors benefits each month. Benefits are paid in the…
What is a fixed annuity?
A fixed annuity is one popular way to secure an income for retirement, with the main advantage being that the…
