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Story date: 2007-12-01 06:46:00
Added on: 2007-12-01 12:59:35

Patriot Ledger - Also, many mortgages and home equity loans now have prepayment penalties attached to them, in the wake of fluctuating interest rates and homeowners’ desire to refinance for a better rate. In a move to protect their profits, many lenders impose a ...


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