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Should You Buy Mortgage Points?

September 7, 2022 by Robby Oakes

When you take out a home loan, you might have the option to purchase mortgage points. Essentially, this is money that you pay to the lender upfront in exchange for getting a lower interest rate over the life of the loan. If you got a great deal on the house, you might have some extra cash on hand. Should you use that money to buy down the interest rate? This is a math problem that you need to calculate for yourself.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Down Payment, Mortgage, Mortgage Points

Consider A Home Renovation Loan To Navigate A Challenging Housing Market

September 1, 2022 by Robby Oakes

Today, there are many people who are having a difficult time purchasing a house. Even though interest rates have gone up, sales are still happening quickly. Therefore, it can be difficult for people to qualify for a mortgage, purchase a house, and get to the closing table before the property is sold.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Mortgage, New Home, Renovation Loan

Expenses To Consider When Buying A Home

August 31, 2022 by Robby Oakes

When you are in the process of buying a home, it can be intimidating to take a look at so many factors. A home has a big price tag, and you need to make sure that you budget accordingly.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Expenses, Mortgage, New Home

The Importance Of Pre-Approval During The Homebuying Process

August 26, 2022 by Robby Oakes

If you want to buy a home in the near future, you are probably aware of just how competitive the housing market is. You need to put yourself in the best position possible to be successful by getting pre-approved for a home loan.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Housing Market, Mortgage, Pre-Approval

Mortgage Shopping And Your Credit Score

August 17, 2022 by Robby Oakes

The vast majority of people have to take out a home loan to purchase a house. This means applying for a mortgage. Unfortunately, shopping for a mortgage can actually hurt your credit score.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Credit Score, Mortgage, Mortgage Shopping

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