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Many of your closing costs aren't set in stone, though you won't be able to negotiate government charges, such as taxes and recording fees. You can negotiate with the lender to reduce its fees, and ...

A biweekly payment schedule means making half a monthly mortgage payment every two weeks. Paying biweekly can save you tens of thousands of dollars in interest and accelerate your mortgage payoff.

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