Tag: Mortgage

Posted on 01/09/2022

4 Reasons Why Down Payment Amount Matters

Many financial experts suggest paying a 20% down payment when buying a home. While for some prospective homebuyers this may be a simple task, others might wonder if the suggested 20% of the home purchase price—or higher—are necessary. Here are some reasons it benefits you to make a larger down payment when buying a house: Score Better Mortgage...

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Posted on 05/16/2021

Pros & Cons of "Subject-to" Real Estate

Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay When you're considering buying real estate as an investment, it's a good idea to weigh the pros and cons. That's especially important with "subject-to" real estate, because there can be risks and rewards with this type of property that are different from traditional purchases. Here's what you should be considering, before you...

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Investment

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Posted on 01/31/2021

How to Get Home Financing as a Freelancer

Photo by 200 Degrees via Pixabay The gig economy has exploded over the past decade. Today, around 36% of the US workforce is freelancing and many more or self-employed small business owners. While being your own boss does afford you great freedom to set your hours and often work where you want, you may face extra scrutiny when...

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Posted on 11/10/2019

Bi-Weekly Payments: Can It Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster?

The dream of paying off your mortgage fast may seem like an overwhelming task. After all, it is money that is involved. And it is not just an amount you can sneeze at; it is thousands of dollars. In this modern era of financial distractions, being able to pay such amount of money within a snap of your...

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Posted on 10/20/2019

Qualifying For Low-Interest Mortgage Rates

Getting a new mortgage can be stressful, whether you are getting it for the first time or not. You have to carry out thorough research to avoid going into a mortgage that drains your pocket through high-interest rates. You can get yourself prepared for the lowest interest rate that is suitable for you by taking good care of...

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Homebuyers

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Posted on 10/15/2018

How to Approach a Mortgage Application

Filling out a mortgage application may prove to be a long, exhausting process. Fortunately, we're here to help you streamline the mortgage application process so you can move one step closer to acquiring your dream house. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you approach the mortgage application process with confidence. 1. Be Thorough A mortgage...

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Buying A Home

Posted on 08/13/2018

Important Steps to Take Before You Apply for a Mortgage

If you plan to buy a house, you'll want to apply for a mortgage before you launch your house search. That way, you'll have your finances in order and can narrow your home search accordingly. Ultimately, there are several steps that you should take prior to applying for a mortgage, and these are: 1. Check Your Credit Score A...

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Buying A Home

Posted on 06/15/2018

Why Getting Preapproved Is A Good Idea

Why Getting Preapproved Is A Good Idea When you’re shopping for a home, there’s so much to consider. Between the questions of what neighborhood you should live in and what style house you like, you need to think of the most important thing: finances. When you think that you’re financially ready to buy a home, you often will...

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