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The Difference Between an Islamic and Conventional Mortgage
Find out how an Islamic mortgage is different than a conventional home loan in terms of interest, risk, and the financial model.
Read MoreRenting vs. Buying a House: Advantages & Disadvantages
For many, buying a home is the ultimate dream. You may have been browsing Zillow, attending open houses, and toying with ideas of homeownership. While [..]
Read More5 Things to Research Before Buying a House
Buying a home is an important decision. That's why you need to do careful research before your purchase. Here are 5 things to consider when [..]
Read More10 Tips for Spring Home Maintenance
Spring is a season of renewal and rejuvenation, making it a good time to give your home a thorough inspection and carry out essential maintenance [..]
Read MoreWhat is Guidance Residential’s relationship with Freddie Mac & Fannie Mae?
At Guidance Residential, we are asked sometimes about our relationship with Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. The short answer is that we work with these [..]
Watch NowWhat Exactly Is Refinancing a Home?
When you sign a conventional home loan, you’re often agreeing to an interest rate and monthly payment that you’ll have for the next 30 years. [..]
Read MoreSolved: Could Mortgage Pre-Approval Hurt Your Credit Score?
Unless you are planning to pay all cash, mortgage pre-approval is an important step in the process of buying a home — no matter what [..]
Read MoreFirst-Time Home Buying 101
Buying a home—it’s just three words, but it’s a big deal in most people’s lives. To navigate this journey as a first-time homebuyer, take it [..]
Read More5 Misconceptions about Islamic Finance
Despite the steady growth and rising popularity of Islamic home finance, many consumers still hold onto tightly held misconceptions surrounding Islamic finance. Whether it’s because [..]
Read More5 Good Habits in Ramadan to Carry Forward
Good habits in Ramadan should stick beyond the holy month. Here are 5 good habits in Ramadan to carry forward, along with tips on how [..]
Read MoreThe Middle of Ramadan is Full of Opportunities for Forgiveness
As we reach the middle of Ramadan, in many communities, things are a little quieter. The early crowds have subsided and the crowds of the [..]
Read MoreInfusing your Home with Ramadan Spirit
Ramadan is a great time to stop and slow down. It teaches us to enhance our mindfulness around everything we do, down to each bite [..]
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