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  DebtDebt consolidation vs. bankruptcy: Which is the best option for me?

  Debt consolidation is the use of a larger loan to pay off smaller loans. Some homeowners consolidate their debt through a home equity line of credit; others get a second mortgage.

  

  Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. Editorial Team  article author

  November 15, 2019
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  Student Loan RefinancingHow do I refinance my federal student loans?

  Consider refinancing your federal student loans if doing so will get you a lower interest rate. Even if the interest rate isn’t lower, refinancing may still make sense if it allows you to consolidate multiple existing loans into a single loan.

  

  Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. Editorial Team  article author

  November 14, 2019
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  Tools And GuidesHow do I refinance my medical student loans?

  The first step in refinancing a medical student loan is to ensure it’s the right move for you. Remember that you will lose the advantages of forgiveness and income-based payments when you refinance a federal loan through a private lender4. If you have a mixture of federal and private loans, you may want to consider refinancing only the private loans.

  

  Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. Editorial Team  article author

  November 13, 2019
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  Tools And GuidesWhat is private mortgage insurance?

  Like other types of mortgage insurance, private mortgage insurance (PMI) protects the lender in the event the borrower stops making payments on the loan.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  November 12, 2019
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  Tools And GuidesHow long does mortgage underwriting take?

  The mortgage underwriting process can be complicated for first-time home buyers. Knowing more about underwriting can help make the home purchase process easier and less mysterious. Here's what you need to know.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  November 7, 2019
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  Mortgage RefinanceHow much does it cost to refinance a mortgage?

  When you borrowed money to buy your house, you negotiated the best interest rate and mortgage deal you possibly could.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  November 6, 2019
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  Tools And GuidesWhich bank is best for refinancing?

  To maximize your chances of getting approved, it's important to explore all options for refinancing, which can include looking at non-traditional lenders.

  

  Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. Editorial Team  article author

  November 5, 2019