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Lauren Hargrave, Personal Finance Writer

Lauren Hargrave is a writer from San Diego who focuses on technology, finance, and healthcare. She worked in finance for seven years before pivoting to a career in writing, and now, instead of putting numbers into spreadsheets, she writes about them instead. Her articles have appeared in Forbes, The Huffington Post, the Credit Karma blog, and more.

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What are Contingencies and How Do They Affect Your Home Purchase?

Contingencies can serve as an insurance policy during the homebuying process – for both the buyer and the seller. Here’s an in-depth look at how they can support your purchase process.

Can You Negotiate Your Mortgage Rate?

Knowing which costs are negotiable and which are firm, as well as how and when to negotiate those costs, can help you save on your mortgage.

Understanding Mortgage Rates

Weigh your options before deciding which mortgage is right for you.

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