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The Quick and Easy Guide to Determining How Big of a Mortgage Your Family Can Afford

September 14, 2022 by Robby Oakes

Are you shopping around for a new house or apartment? One of the key considerations you will need to make is figuring out how much you want to invest in your new home. Below you’ll find our quick and easy guide to determining just how much “house” you can afford. Let’s get started!

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

Understanding the Principal Limit on a Reverse Mortgage and What Happens if You Reach It

August 18, 2022 by Robby Oakes

If you’re considering applying for a reverse mortgage, you’ll want to ensure you understand certain critical factors. One such factor is the principal limit. The principal limit will have a strong influence on your finances, which is why you’ll need to ensure you know – before applying for your reverse mortgage – what your principal limit is.

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

Call in the Pros: 4 Ways That Using a Mortgage Professional Will Save You a Lot of Money

August 10, 2022 by Robby Oakes

It may seem better to go it alone when it comes to acquiring a mortgage, but there are many benefits associated with using a mortgage professional that can make finding your dream home a lot easier. If you’re currently getting prepared to hit the market and are weighing your options, here are some reasons that a professional who knows the neighborhood will save you money.

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

5 Key Tips To Prepare For A Quick Mortgage Approval

March 5, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Whether you’re finally prepared to get into the real estate market or you want to know how you can make a deal quick, there are a few necessary documents you’ll need to prove your reliability to a mortgage lender.

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

Managing Finances Before Applying For A Mortgage

February 26, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Are you planning on using a mortgage to help cover the cost of a new home? If so, you will want to prepare your finances and figure out how you will manage all those wallet-draining monthly expenses. Let’s take a look at how to run a quick financial health check to ensure you are ready to apply for a mortgage.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Real Estate Tips

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