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Michael Burge

Michael is a former staff writer for NerdWallet focusing on mortgages and homebuying issues.

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How Energy-Efficient Upgrades Can Increase Your Home’s Value

Michael Burge
Nov. 7, 2016

Energy-efficient upgrades can not only shrink your utility bill; they can also increase the value of your home. Home buyers are becoming increasingly aware of the benefits of energy-efficient homes.…

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What Happens to Your Mortgage When You Die?

Michael Burge
Aug. 19, 2016

Mortgages inherently deal with death. The word “mortgage” comes from the Old French for “death pledge,” meaning that the loan expires after being paid in full; if it’s not paid,…

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Mortgage Rates Today, Dec. 22: Existing-Home Sales at 2007 Levels

How to Make the Most of an Initial Home Walk-Through

Michael Burge
April 25, 2016

All those hours of searching online real estate sites for the perfect home hopefully leads to this moment: spotting a place that makes you say, “This could be the one.”…

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