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Housing

For many people, a home is their largest investment. Others choose to rent. No matter where you live, it helps to know some key insurance, saving and budgeting strategies and special programs to help you afford your housing costs and protect your possessions.

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How To Prepare for Your First Mortgage

The typical mortgage for most Americans starting out is a 30-year fixed mortgage or an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) that usually has a fixed rate for 5, 7 or 10 years and then converts to a variable rate that typically adjusts annually

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