Home Mortgage Tips Archives – Page 61 of 80

Start with the Basics: How to Create a Budget to Determine How Much Mortgage You Can Afford

July 7, 2015 by Robby Oakes

A mortgage is typically one of the biggest monthly payments and financial responsibilities that a person is responsible for. Mortgage payments usually impact the person’s budget significantly for several decades or longer.

While there are mortgage calculators online that can be used to estimate an affordable mortgage payment, it is important to start with a basic budget. A budget will allow you to more accurately determine how large of a mortgage payment is truly affordable before applying for a new mortgage.

Buying a New Home? 3 Tips for Being Approved for a Second Mortgage – and How to Manage It

June 30, 2015 by Robby Oakes

Applying for a second mortgage is a great way to keep your down payment amount to a minimum and to keep more of your cash in your bank account. It can also help you to avoid making PMI payments…

Four Surefire Ways to Ensure That You Get the Best Possible Deal on Your Mortgage

June 23, 2015 by Robby Oakes

Taking time to set up your home mortgage is one of the best steps that you can take to promote financial health and security. If you want to ensure that you get the best deal on your mortgage, focus on these key tips.

Suffering from Credit Problems? Three Ways You Can Patch Up Your Credit to Get a Mortgage Approved

June 17, 2015 by Robby Oakes

Credit problems are unfortunately common, and they can make it difficult for you to obtain a mortgage. While some issues may take a while to fix, you may be able to see a decent increase in your credit rating when you follow a few easy steps.

An Insider’s Look at Mortgage Closing Costs and How to Minimize the Amount You’ll Pay

June 16, 2015 by Robby Oakes

When buying a new home, you may be focused on finding a mortgage program that has a down payment requirement that is manageable for you. However, some home buyers will overlook the costs that they are responsible for at closing. The good news is that there are some steps that you can take to keep these costs to a minimum.

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