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How Do You Make A Household Budget

June 16, 2023 by Robby Oakes

Dealing with debt can be challenging but incorporating it into your budgeting strategy can help you regain control of your finances. Here are some steps you can take to effectively manage your debt while budgeting:

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Budget, debt, Mortgage

What Is A Mechanic’s Lien?

May 9, 2023 by Robby Oakes

To initiate a mechanic’s lien, the contractor or supplier must follow a specific set of procedures, which can vary depending on the jurisdiction. Generally, these procedures involve filing a notice of claim with the appropriate government office, notifying the property owner of the claim, and giving the owner an opportunity to dispute the claim.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Contractor, debt, Mortgage

How Does My Existing Debt Affect Getting A New Mortgage?

November 5, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Carrying debt is a common problem that people have. Some of the most common types of debt include student loans, credit cards, and motor vehicles. When you are interested in buying a new home, you often think about whether or not your debt is going to hurt your chances of qualifying for a new mortgage.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: debt, Loan Qualification, Mortgage

Understanding Your Debt To Income Ratio

May 31, 2018 by Robby Oakes

When you are filling out a mortgage application, the lender will be asking you for specific financial information. One of the reasons they ask for this information is to enable the underwriter to calculate your debt to income ratio.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: debt, Loan Qualification, Mortgage

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