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Buying a Vacation Home: Everything You Need to Know

Ready to buy a vacation home? Discover key tips and financial insights to make a smart purchase. Learn about costs, financing, and location research.

November 24, 2025

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Buying a Vacation Home: Everything You Need to Know
Buying a Vacation Home: Everything You Need to Know

Ready to buy a vacation home? Discover key tips and financial insights to make a smart purchase. Learn about costs, financing, and location research.

November 24, 2025

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Buying a Home? Here’s What You Need to Know About Homeowners Insurance
Buying a Home? Here’s What You Need to Know About Homeowners Insurance

Your home is one of the biggest investments you’ll make, and the right homeowners insurance helps protect that. Here's a breakdown of how home insurance works and what to look for.

November 18, 2025

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Guide to Getting Your Free Credit Report
Guide to Getting Your Free Credit Report

You’re entitled to a free credit report every year. The good news is, it’s easy to get it from the right place. Here’s how to claim yours—and how it can give you peace of mind.

November 18, 2025

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Common Mistakes First-Time Homebuyers Make and How to Avoid Them
Common Mistakes First-Time Homebuyers Make and How to Avoid Them

Buying your first home? Avoid costly mistakes with expert tips on credit, savings, and mortgage options from Pennymac. Get prepared for the home-buying process today.

October 24, 2025

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Tips for Buying and Selling a Home at the Same Time
Tips for Buying and Selling a Home at the Same Time

Learn how to buy a new home before selling your current house, plus tips to manage mortgages, timing, and financing.

October 24, 2025

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Pre-Qualified vs. Pre-Approved: The Differences Explained
Pre-Qualified vs. Pre-Approved: The Differences Explained

Discover the differences between pre-qualification and pre-approval in the home-buying process. Learn why both steps matter. Talk to a Pennymac expert today!

October 23, 2025

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Pennymac Announces Organizational Changes

PennyMac Financial Services, Inc. (NYSE: PFSI) and PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust (NYSE: PMT) (collectively, "Pennymac" or "the company") today announced key executive leadership appointments.

October 6, 2025

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GSE Reform & National Housing Emergency

October 1, 2025

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How To Improve Your Credit Score
How To Improve Your Credit Score

Find out how to boost your credit score before buying a home—and explore loan options even if you have little or no credit history.

September 25, 2025

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Everything You Want to Know About Adjustable-Rate Mortgages
Everything You Want to Know About Adjustable-Rate Mortgages

Unsure if an adjustable rate mortgage is right for you? Get the inside scoop on the ARM and learn whether the risks of this loan type are worth the reward.

September 25, 2025

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