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WHAT’S A FICO Score?

What is a FICO® Score? FICO® stands for Fair Isaac & Company and is the name for the most well known credit scoring system, used by Experian. The credit bureau’s computer evaluates a complete credit profile and assigns a score, which is used to estimate credit...

North Shore Chicago Home Buyer Game Plan

Buying a home will probably rank as one of the biggest personal investments one can make. Preparing to buy should include: First: Talk to a mortgage lender to get Pre-Qualified for a mortgage. Working with a well qualified local lender or mortgage broker will likely...

The Functions of an Escrow

Buying or selling a home (or other piece of real property) usually involves the transfer of large sums of money. It is imperative that the transfer of these funds and related documents from one party to another be handled in a neutral, secure and knowledgeable manner....