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The Difference Between FICO Score and Credit Score: How It Affects Your Mortgage and Rates

March 26, 2025 by Robby Oakes

When applying for a mortgage, your creditworthiness plays a significant role in determining your loan approval and interest rates. Two commonly referenced terms are FICO score and credit score, which are often used interchangeably but have distinct differences.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Credit Score, Home Buying, Mortgage Rates

How to Buy a Home with Zero Down Payment

March 7, 2025 by Robby Oakes

Buying a home without a down payment is possible, but it requires exploring the right loan programs and financial assistance options. While lenders have tightened their requirements since the 2008 housing crisis, there are still ways to achieve homeownership with little to no upfront cash.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Buying, Mortgage Tips, Zero Down

Understanding Mortgage Payments and How to Calculate Them

March 5, 2025 by Robby Oakes

Knowing how to calculate mortgage payments can help you plan for homeownership and budget effectively. Several factors determine your monthly payment, including the loan amount, interest rate, and loan term. Here’s a step-by-step guide to understanding the process.

Filed Under: Mortagage Tips Tagged With: Home Buying, Mortgage Payments, Mortgage Tips

How Do Mortgage Lenders Decide How Much You Can Borrow?

February 21, 2025 by Robby Oakes

When buying a home, one of the most critical factors is determining how much you can borrow through a mortgage. Lenders evaluate multiple financial aspects to assess your borrowing capacity.

Filed Under: Home Mortgages Tagged With: Credit Score, Home Buying, Mortgage Tips

To Finance Or Not To Finance

February 20, 2025 by Robby Oakes

Deciding to finance a new home can be exciting, and because of that buyers tend to want to jump right in. Not so fast! Before you start searching for your dream home, you need to get pre-approved and that means applying for a loan.

Filed Under: Home Buying Tips Tagged With: Home Buying, Home Financing, Mortgage Tips

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