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Using a First and Second Mortgage to Avoid PMI in Washington

Using a First and Second Mortgage Loan to Avoid PMI

August 25, 2026

Summary: This article is part of an ongoing series that covers some of the most common mortgage financing strategies used by home buyers. Today, we’ll look at how some borrowers combine a first and second mortgage loan when buying a…'

Oregon Private Mortgage Insurance: Answers to Common Questions

June 16, 2026

Oregon home buyers and mortgage shoppers tend to have a lot of questions about private mortgage insurance, or PMI. And rightfully so. PMI can affect the size of your monthly payments, as well as your overall borrowing costs. '

Deciding Your Mortgage Down Payment

July 27, 2026

A down payment is an important part of your mortgage and goes towards the purchase price of your home. The question is, how do you decide how much to put down? This article will help answer that question.'

Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI): What It Is, How It Works, and When It Ends

August 25, 2026

Private mortgage insurance (PMI) can affect your monthly payment and your loan options when you put less than 20% down. This guide explains what PMI is, how it works, how it is paid, and when it may be removed.'

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