Are You Really Ready to Buy a House?

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Are you contemplating becoming a homeowner for the first time? It’s a big step, and one that can seem pretty intimidating. To help put you at ease, we’ve compiled a list of questions to ask yourself before buying a new home.

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Can I Buy a House When I'm Paying Off a Student Loan?

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Q: Is it possible for me to buy a house while I’m still paying off my student loan?

A: Student loan debt that is managed responsibly should not hold you back from buying a house. There are several factors to consider before making this choice, as well as steps to take before you start house-hunting.
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Ideal Credit Union Launches Community Heroes Mortgage Product

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(Woodbury, MN – June 11, 2019) Ideal Credit Union has launched a new Community Heroes Mortgage Program that offers eligible heroes a special 1% down payment option on a mortgage as a “thank you” for the good they do for our country and community.

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When Should I Put My House on the Market?

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If you’re thinking of selling your home, think spring. That’s because the season of blossoming flowers and gentle breezes has traditionally held the designation as the best time of year to sell a home. What makes spring so well-suited for house-hunting? Let’s take a deeper look at the sell-in-the-spring rule so you can make an informed decision about when to put your home on the market.

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