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How Much Is the Right Amount to Commit to Your Down Payment? Let’s Take a Look

September 19, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Are you thinking about buying a new house or apartment? If you are going to take out mortgage financing, one consideration you will have is your down payment, which is the amount you pay up front in cash to cover some of the purchase cost. Let’s consider a few points that will help you to decide how much is the right amount for your down payment.

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

Speed up Your Mortgage Closing Process With This Handy Four-step Guide

September 14, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Are you in the market for a new house or apartment? If you are financing the purchase by taking out a mortgage, you’ll want to know how to make this transaction run as smooth as possible. In today’s article, we’ll share a quick four-step guide to speeding up the mortgage closing process.

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Worried About Interest Rates Rising? Here’s How You Can Prepare for an Upward Trend

September 12, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Whether you are just starting to shop for a new home or you’ve been paying off your mortgage for years, the news of potential interest rate increases may be worrying. In today’s article, we’ll explore interest rates and how you can prepare for an upward trend in rates if and when the time comes.

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You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Fees and Costs That Come Along With a Mortgage?

September 8, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Have you been considering a mortgage for your next home purchase? As with any loan or financial product, there are a variety of fees and costs you may incur in the process of closing your mortgage. In today’s post, we’ll explore a few of these potential fees and the situations in which you may encounter them.

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Understanding the Differences Between ‘Prequalified’ And ‘Preapproved’ For a Mortgage

September 7, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Are you in the market for a new home? If you are going to rely on mortgage financing to cover some of the purchase cost, you will need to start the application process as soon as possible. However, what if you just need to know how much you will be able to borrow so you can start finding homes in your price range?

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