Marissa Crum

Recent Articles

Richmond skyline in Virginia at either sunset or sunrise.

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What is a jumbo loan in Virginia? 2026 jumbo mortgage limits and requirements

Discover the 2026 jumbo loan limits in Virginia, how they compare to conforming loans, and what home buyers should know about qualifying for larger mortgages...

Illustration depicting refinancing for home improvements such as by paints.

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How to finance a house renovation: A guide

Are you considering making home improvements, but you want to find the right loan? Here’s how to finance a house renovation, including cash-out refinancin...

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What is a jumbo loan in Kansas? 2026 jumbo mortgage limits and requirements

Kansas’s 2026 jumbo loan limit is anything over $832,750. See how jumbo mortgages work, when you may need one, and what it takes to qualify in the stat...

City view of Minneapolis, Minnesota from a park with two benches and two geese along the edge of the water.

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What is a jumbo loan in Minnesota? 2026 jumbo mortgage limits and requirements

A 2026 jumbo loan in Minnesota is anything over $832,750. Discover how they compare to conforming loans, and what home buyers should know about qualifying fo...

Historic homes along Maine rocky shoreline.

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How to buy a home in Maine

Are you looking for a house in the Pine Tree State? Buying a home in Maine can be complicated...

Two women looking over mortgage documents together at signing.

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How does mortgage interest work? Everything you need to know

If you’re buying a home, you’ll need to know how mortgage interest will work with the loan you choose. Learn the basics of mortgage interest and why...

Juvenile bald eagle perched on driftwood in front of two houses on the Homer Spit, Alaska.

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What is a jumbo loan in Alaska? 2026 jumbo mortgage limits and requirements

A 2026 jumbo loan in Alaska is anything over $1,249,125. Discover how they compare to conforming loans, and what home buyers should know about qualifying for la...

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What is a jumbo loan in North Dakota? 2026 jumbo mortgage limits and requirements

Discover the 2026 jumbo loan limits in North Dakota, how they compare to conforming loans, and what home buyers should know about qualifying for larger mortg...

A beautiful home in the countryside surrounded by vibrant fall colors.

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What is a jumbo loan in Vermont? 2026 jumbo mortgage limits and requirements

Discover the 2026 jumbo loan limits in Vermont, how they compare to conforming loans, and what home buyers should know about qualifying for larger mortgages ...