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Improve Your Credit Score Before Buying a Home: 3 Habits That Matter

Sep 25, 2026
If you’re planning to buy a home, your credit score can impact your mortgage options and interest rate. This page shares three high-impact habits to improve your credit score before applying: start a simple budget you can stick to, get clear on your debts and choose a consistent payoff plan, and monitor your credit reports so you can dispute errors. It also flags common mistakes to avoid right before a mortgage—like opening new credit cards or making large credit purchases that can affect your debt-to-income ratio—and explains why “fast credit repair” promises are usually a red flag. Includes a trusted step-by-step resource from Fannie Mae for deeper guidance.
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6 Services You May Not Know We Offer

May 17, 2023
Buying a home comes with a lot of uncertainty. Where will you place your home? Who will provide financing? What if you don’t have the proper permits? When you’re working with pros who have all of the answers…
Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) right for you?

Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) right for you?

Apr 26, 2023
Accessory dwelling units are an ideal housing solution for downsizing parents, snow birds, multi-generational families, and those considering rental units for alternative sources of income
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Don't Let Old Man Winter Stop You from Getting into Your New Home!

Oct 30, 2018
Considering a new home this year but concerned this isn’t enough time before Old Man Winter arrives? Don’t stress! Here at Fecteau Homes, we work with multiple factories to make sure we can have your new…
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How to Determine Best Price Versus Best Value

Oct 25, 2018
Like anything else, it’s important to shop around when looking for a new home but there’s a lot to take into consideration. We think it’s imperative for our customers to know what to look for when shopping…