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How to Remove PMI on a Conventional Loan (2026 Homeowner's Guide)

If you bought your home with less than 20% down on a conventional loan, you're almost certainly paying private mortgage insurance — PMI. The good news is that unlike FHA mortgage insurance, conventional PMI is temporary. With the right approach, you can get rid of it and lower your monthly payment, sometimes much sooner than you'd expect.

June 17, 2026

What Is a Cash-Out Refinance and Is It a Good Idea in Massachusetts? (2026)

If you've owned your home for a few years and watched your equity grow, you may have wondered whether you can tap into it without selling. A cash-out refinance is one of the most common ways to do exactly that — and in Massachusetts, where home values have appreciated significantly over the past several years, a lot of homeowners are sitting on more equity than they realize.

May 23, 2026

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