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Thinking About Investing in Real Estate? Here’s What You’ll Need to Get a Second Mortgage

June 7, 2017 by Robby Oakes

The decision to invest in a home is a big one for many people, but if you’re making the foray into real estate the second time around, it’s even more important to be financially aware and prepared. If you’re wondering what you’ll need in order to get approved for an investment property, here are some things that you’ll want to consider before deciding a second property is in your future.

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Can I Qualify for a Mortgage After Declaring Bankruptcy? Yes — and Here’s How

June 1, 2017 by Robby Oakes

It may feel like a very daunting task to consider buying a home after you’ve declared bankruptcy, and there’s no doubt that it’s an uphill battle. Fortunately, while you’ll have hard work ahead, there are things you can do in order to make your dream of home ownership a possibility. Whether you’ve just declared bankruptcy or some time has passed, here are some things you should consider before getting into the market.

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Yes, It’s Getting Easier to Get a Mortgage. Here’s How You Can Take Advantage

May 31, 2017 by Robby Oakes

It can be hard to stay on top of a changing real estate market from day-to-day, but it’s a matter of fact that there are more available mortgage products out there than ever before for many different kinds of homebuyers. If you’re wondering how you can take advantage of easier lending opportunities and strike while the iron is hot, here are some things to consider.

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Understanding What a “Piggyback” Mortgage Loan Is and How It Works

May 26, 2017 by Robby Oakes

As a potential homebuyer who is new to the market, many of the terms and mortgage products available to you can be more than a little confusing. Piggyback loans might be a little less familiar than many other options, but if you’re ready to jump into the housing market this type of mortgage can be useful for you. If you’re hoping to invest in a home sooner rather than later, here are the details on this type of loan.

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Thinking About a Second Mortgage on Your House? Here’s What You Need to Know

May 24, 2017 by Robby Oakes

Whether it’s to consolidate debt or make funds available for a home renovation, many people consider a second mortgage in order to make it possible to pursue other options. If you’re currently weighing your mortgage options and are considering a second mortgage, here are some things to do before the final decision.

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