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Life is not one size fits all, so your mortgage shouldn’t be either.

Aug 14 2017

HomeBridge Financial Services serves the lending needs of home buyers, real estate professionals and builders across the country. Part of that service involves offering a variety of products that fit an ever-growing pool... »
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11 Poisonous Plants in Home Gardens

Jul 27 2017

There's no denying their beauty, but if these plants are ingested, or in some cases merely touched, reactions can range from discomfort to death. It pays to know these potentially poisonous plants, so... »
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Having Trouble Saving For A Down Payment? Follow These Easy Money Saving Tips!

Jul 21 2017

Many potential home buyers are more than capable of making their monthly mortgage payment but lack the savings necessary for the minimum down payment to purchase the home of their dreams. While there are... »
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The Path to Career Satisfaction

Jul 18 2017

If you find yourself daydreaming about finding a career you're actually passionate about, you're not alone. The following TED Talks may help you dig deeper and reveal why finding or creating a satisfying... »
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J.D. Power Survey Shows Many Home Buyers Unhappy With Their Mortgage Lender

Jul 14 2017

The purchase of a home is most likely the largest financial decision many people will ever make. Because of this, the HomeBridge team takes being your partner in home buying very seriously. According to... »
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Mortgage 411: Why Do People Use Non-Bank Mortgage Lenders?

Jul 11 2017

According to multiple news outlets, ranging from the internationally known Wall Street Journal to newer financial websites, such as Nerd Wallet, many people are turning to non-bank lenders, for their mortgage lending needs.... »
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The Domino Effect

May 11 2017

Did you know that a single domino is capable of bringing down another domino that is actually 50% larger. With this random fact in mind, think of this... If you started with a single... »
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Getting a Home Mortgage with Credit Issues

May 3 2017

So, you are thinking about buying a home and are concerned that your credit may hold you back from your dream of home ownership. Well you are not alone; the number one reason... »
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An Agent’s Guide to Lower Car Expenses

May 3 2017

As a real estate pro, chances are you spend a great deal of time in your car traveling to open houses, driving clients to showings and familiarizing yourself with neighborhoods. Here are a... »
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Six Checkout Line Hacks

Apr 28 2017

It's frustrating to make your way to grocery or retail registers only to find long, winding lines that await you. And, sometimes it feels like you get stuck in the slowest one. These six... »
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Everyone Makes a Difference

Apr 24 2017

Do you add to or take away from the experience of your customers and colleagues? Do you move your organization closer to or further from its goals? Do you perform your work in... »
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Beware of These IRS Audit Triggers

Apr 19 2017

Now that tax season has come to a close, there's no better time to get organized for next year while everything is fresh in your mind. As a real estate agent, there are many... »
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Construction Junction, What’s Your Function?

Apr 17 2017

New Home Sales and Housing Starts posted high marks recently, and homebuilder sentiment was positive too. The Commerce Department reported that sales of new homes in February hit a seven-month high, rising 6.1 percent... »
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Now Presenting!

Apr 5 2017

You can't win all listings, but you can win more with a cue from these top listing presentation techniques: Pave the way. When potential sellers call, asking intake questions about why they want to... »
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Apps for Busy Agents

Mar 25 2017

These great apps help busy real estate pros be more productive. Doodle ends back-and-forth appointment scheduling hassles. It synchronizes your personal and work calendars, then allows others to select a mutually convenient time. Free... »
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Improving Leadership Wherever You Are

Mar 23 2017

It is such a joy to join a team like HomeBridge. For most of my career I have been in various leadership and management roles. A few years ago I began writing about... »
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The Right Pro for the Job

Mar 21 2017

Whether buying a fixer-upper or updating their home to sell, clients may be interested in home renovations. If it's their first renovation-rodeo, give them some guidance on where to start when hiring a... »
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Six Principles to Perfect Persuasion

Mar 14 2017

Highly persuasive people don't fall into a single personality type, but they all share some fundamental skills. Here are six key principles to follow to be more persuasive: Present the positive. Always position your... »
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Helping Prospects Who Have a Friend in the Business

Mar 7 2017

Don't let objections scare you off. In fact, each objection you hear is an opportunity to get valuable information and help move a step closer to gaining authentic trust with clients. While "I... »
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MortgageSMART

Mar 6 2017

The Five Stages of Grief – don’t have to be your experience in choosing a Home Mortgage. Denial: “This can’t be happening to me.” Anger: “Why is this happening? Who is to blame?” Bargaining: “Make this not happen - in... »
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Six Ways to Declutter Your Countertops

Mar 1 2017

If you find yourself short on counter space, these six inventive tips can help you organize and maximize any counter in the house: On the wall. Take a look around your walls, particularly walls where... »
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Timing Testimonials

Feb 22 2017

As more and more homeowners head online for real estate information, getting great testimonials and reviews needs to become a key component of a well-rounded marketing plan. Since you already provide stellar customer service,... »
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A New Take on Old Tech

Feb 15 2017

It used to be that electronics and devices performed a single job. But at this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES), manufacturers unveiled a host of products that expand our notions of what household... »
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You Gotta Have Heart

Feb 9 2017

February is American Heart Month, and a perfect reminder to make small changes that can have a big impact in your heart health. Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the... »
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Dessert in 6 Ingredients or Less

Feb 7 2017

Dive into dessert with these simple recipes in no time flat—all requiring six ingredients or less. Trouble-Free Tiramisu (Serves 2) 14 vanilla wafers, divided 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules 2 tablespoons hot water 2 snack-size... »
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HomeBridge Purchases Operating Assets of Prospect Mortgage

Feb 2 2017

HomeBridge Purchases Operating Assets of Prospect Mortgage, Becoming One of the Largest Non-Bank Mortgage Lenders in the United States ISELIN, N.J. (February 2, 2017): HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc., a national independent mortgage lender, completed... »
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Break the Ice Like a Networking Star

Jan 19 2017

Opening up a dialogue at a networking event, and keeping your intentions for business development clear, is easier than it may appear. While the most effective opener is, in fact, saying "hi" and... »
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FHA Reducing Annual Insurance Premiums

Jan 9 2017

As the nation’s housing market continues to improve, U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro announced today the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) will reduce the annual premiums most borrowers will pay by... »
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Bad Habit Busters

Dec 20 2016

Establishing habits is how our brains simplify tasks, saving time and energy for more important matters. The only problem is not-so-healthy patterns can develop into habitual behaviors we would rather not have. Here are... »
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Beat the Winter Break Blues

Dec 13 2016

Taking a little extra time to make days off more special for kids doesn't have to cost a lot of money. Use these activity ideas as a winter fun springboard! Fortify the fun. A favorite... »
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Delightful December Drinks

Dec 2 2016

Even if the weather outside is not so frightful, there's nothing like curling up by a fire with a good book and a nice warm beverage. We've chosen three special concoctions perfect for... »
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Case Study | How HomeBridge Establishes Customer Satisfaction as a Key Differentiator

Nov 21 2016

HomeBridge had a mission to be the most highly recommended mortgage company in the country. So they set out to achieve it by working hard to satisfy every customer’s needs, going beyond merely... »
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Holiday Hosting Hacks

Nov 15 2016

We all love having family and friends home for the holidays, but most of us wish we could spend more time chatting than being on kitchen detail. The following time-saving tips and holiday... »
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Instagram Updates Realtors Need to Know

Nov 8 2016

The latest changes to Instagram allow your followers to get in touch with you without leaving the app—and allow you to promote posts with preset calls-to-action (for a nominal fee) from within the app, instead... »
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HomeBridge to Purchase Operating Assets of Prospect Mortgage

Nov 1 2016

HomeBridge to Purchase Operating Assets of Prospect Mortgage, Becoming One of the Largest Mortgage Lenders in the United States Iselin, N.J. (November 1, 2016): HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc., a national independent mortgage lender, announced... »
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Six Ways to Declutter Your Countertops

Oct 28 2016

If you find yourself short on counter space, these six inventive tips can help you organize and maximize any counter in the house: On the wall. Take a look around your walls, particularly walls where... »
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Can Your Children Impact Your VA Loan?

Oct 26 2016

Believe it or not but having a child or children can have an affect on your VA home loan. There are 3 main areas that can have a huge affect on whether or... »
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The FHA 203(k) Loan: Your Secret Weapon

Oct 21 2016

The FHA 203(k) is an often overlooked option when it comes to mortgage financing. This is a mortgage loan that allows you to purchase a home and finance in the renovation costs at... »
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Home Buying Secrets – Off-Season Home Shopping

Oct 19 2016

While spring and summer are traditionally the times when people look to buy a home, there are many reasons why some buyers don’t begin their search until the warm weather subsides and the leaves... »
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Don’t Let Colder Temps Cause Your Home Ownership Dreams To Hibernate

Oct 12 2016

Historically, summer is the time when most people are looking to buy and sell real estate. As you may have heard, there was an unexpected and significant drop in rates this summer, which was... »
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