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Mortgage Denial Rate Among The Highest In Houston

Florian Martin

Posted on April 30, 2018 · Houston is generally considered affordable, and yet it ranks in the top 10 U.S. cities when it comes to mortgage loan denials

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FEMA Releases Final Update To Harris County/Houston Coastal Flood Map

David Pitman

Posted on September 26, 2016 · It's the Federal Emergency Management Agency's first major revision in a decade. Banks and insurance companies use the maps to determine whether to require flood insurance and how much property owners will pay.

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Thinking About Buying A Home? This Houston Nonprofit Can Give You Free Advice

Florian Martin

Posted on August 5, 2016 · Avenue CDC's Homebuyer's Club offers free classes for people considering becoming a homeowner.

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