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The FHA Mortgage Minimum Credit Score Has Been Reduced. Here’s What You Need to Know…

March 3, 2016 by Robby Oakes

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.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage Preapprovals and Credit, Mortgages

4 Facts You Need to Know Before Setting Up a Mortgage Escrow Account

March 2, 2016 by Robby Oakes

Buying a home involves a variety of nuances and strange-sounding terms, and one of the least understood aspects of the home buying process is the escrow account. Essentially, an escrow account is a third party bank account your lender can require you to pay into in order to cover certain costs related to your home. Your lender uses an escrow account to ensure that property taxes and home insurance fees get paid on time.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Escrow Account Information, Home Buyer Tips, Home Mortgage Tips

If There’s One Mistake That You Make With Your Mortgage…Don’t Make This One

March 1, 2016 by Robby Oakes

There is so much to know when it comes to home ownership that even wading into all of the information can seem overwhelming. Here are a few ways that you can ensure you’re ready for what a mortgage entails so that buying your dream home will be a positive experience you won’t regret.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgages

How to Calculate Your True Cost of Living and Determine How Much Mortgage You Can Afford

February 23, 2016 by Robby Oakes

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.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Down Payments, Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgages

HARP Refinancing Ends in 2016: Here’s How to Take Advantage Before It’s Gone

February 18, 2016 by Robby Oakes

If you haven’t heard of HARP refinancing and you’re a homeowner who’s looking for a lower interest rate, this may be the right solution to your payment woes. Instead of letting the opportunity blow by, here’s all you need to know before this option ends in 2016.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgages, Refinancing

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