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Hard Pull; Soft Pull: How’s your Credit Score?

Posted by Michael Hughes    August 19, 2010 How do credit inquiries affect your score? Well there are two types of credit inquiries–hard inquiries (“hard pulls”) and soft inquiries (“soft pulls”). Hard pulls A hard pull is defined as an inquiry … Continue reading

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The Appraisal

The Appraisal By Michael Hughes December 10, 2009 For first time buyers, buying a home can be a complex and confusing process. If you are working with a realtor, you most likely have been preapproved by a lender. This usually … Continue reading

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New Credit Card Laws Go Into Effect February 22, 2010

New Credit Card Laws Go Into Effect February 22, 2010 By Michael Hughes December 7, 2009 “He that goes a-borrowing, goes a-sorrowing.” –Benjamin Franklin Why it’s important: A new federal credit card goes into effect February 22, 2010.  The new law will tilt … Continue reading

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