Entries Tagged as 'Home Mortgage Tips'
April 21st, 2016 · Comments Off on How to Determine the Right Mortgage for You: The Pros and Cons of Each Type
Finding the right mortgage can be a struggle. There’s a wide array of mortgage products on the market, and you don’t always need to get a mortgage through your bank – and with so many options, it’s hard to know which one is your best bet.
Your ideal mortgage will depend on your own individual financial situation, but when you understand how different kinds of mortgages work, it’s easier to choose the right one. Here’s what you need to know about mortgage types.
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March 31st, 2016 · Comments Off on Understanding Mortgage Tax Benefits and How They Save You Money in the Long Run
If you’re considering whether home ownership is the right decision for you, there are lots of different factors you’ll want to take into account. Do you want to keep moving around, or are you ready to lay down roots in a community? Are you prepared for the additional upkeep that home ownership requires?
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March 29th, 2016 · Comments Off on The FHA Mortgage Minimum Credit Score Has Been Reduced. Here’s What You Need to Know…
If you haven’t heard about the changes to the Federal Housing Administration’s (FHA) credit score minimum, here’s some information on the recent reduction and how it may impact your home purchase.
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March 9th, 2016 · Comments Off on How to Calculate Your True Cost of Living and Determine How Much of a Home You Can Afford
If you’re in the market for a house and are wondering how your income will stack up against the rest of your expenses, here’s how to determine a home cost that’s reasonable for you.
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February 10th, 2016 · Comments Off on Everything You Need to Know About Fannie Mae’s New Home Ready Mortgage
Traditionally, getting a mortgage requires you to have a level of income appropriate to the size of home that you’re buying. But for a lot of low-income and minority borrowers, a simple measure of one person’s income isn’t an accurate measure of whether or not that person can afford a home.
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February 3rd, 2016 · Comments Off on Struggling to Get Approved Because of Your Income? 5 Reasons to Consider a FHA Loan
Buying a home isn’t cheap. But if you’re determined to become a homeowner, the FHA home loan program can help. This loan program, ideal for first-time buyers with low incomes, can help you to build your credit and make home ownership a reality.
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January 13th, 2016 · Comments Off on Have You Been Denied for a Mortgage? Here Are 3 Reasons Why You’ll Want to Keep Trying
If you’re in the market for a new home, you’ll most likely need a mortgage in order to afford it. But for some home buyers, getting a mortgage isn’t easy. Here are three factors that can influence the likelihood of approval on the second try.
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January 6th, 2016 · Comments Off on Understanding Mortgage Pre-Approvals and How to Avoid Being Declined for One
How does a mortgage pre-approval work, and how can you make sure you won’t be declined when you apply? Here’s what you need to know.
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December 30th, 2015 · Comments Off on 3 Things That Will Absolutely Kill Your Chances for a Mortgage Approval
Avoid these three mortgage-killing habits while your lender evaluates your loan and you’ll quickly find yourself holding the keys to your new home.
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December 16th, 2015 · Comments Off on Yes, It’s True: Mortgage Closing Costs Are Down. Here’s How You Can Take Advantage
When you close on your mortgage, take these three steps and you’ll find that you’ll pay far less in closing fees than most buyers would.
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