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Looking to Close Faster? Follow This Easy Guide to Speeding Up the Mortgage Process

November 3, 2015 by Robby Oakes

If you’re buying a home, you’ll want to try to get your mortgage processed as quickly as possible. Improperly filed mortgage applications are one of the biggest reasons why home sales get delayed, and if you have a hard move-out date already set, it’s critical that your mortgage process goes smoothly.

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

Mortgages 101: How to Calculate How Much You Will Need for Your Down Payment

October 27, 2015 by Robby Oakes

If you’re planning to buy a home in the near future, you’re probably already in the process of saving up for a down payment. But if you haven’t seen a mortgage advisor or started looking at properties yet, you probably don’t have a good idea of what a down payment will cost you.

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

Understanding the Reverse Mortgage and How to Best Use This Unique Financial Tool

October 22, 2015 by Robby Oakes

If you’ve studied the real estate market recently, you’ve probably heard about the reverse mortgage. This unique tool is a financial arrangement designed for senior citizens who have limited incomes and want to use the equity in their homes to meet their everyday expenses. And although it’s becoming increasingly popular, few homeowners truly understand it.

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

Can You Give a Relative a Gift of Cash for a Mortgage Down Payment? Yes – Here’s How

October 20, 2015 by Robby Oakes

A new house is a major investment. Even if you have a mortgage, the bank and the seller will still expect a sizable down payment. That’s why lots of people regularly gift down payments to friends and relatives – it’s a great way to help young people start out on the path of home ownership.

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

Buying a Home This Fall? Here’s How Your Choice of Neighborhood Will Impact Your Mortgage

October 15, 2015 by Robby Oakes

If you’re planning to buy a home in the next few months, you’ll want to ensure you choose a great neighborhood to live in – not just because it can improve your quality of life, but also because it can help you get a mortgage.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgages, Neighborhoods and Communities

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