Graduating From College? 3 Things You Need to Know About Mortgages and Student Loans

December 29, 2022

Are you thinking about buying a new home using a mortgage loan? If you’ve just graduated from college, you’re probably wondering how your student loans will impact a mortgage and what your options are. In today’s post we’ll share three things that you need to know about mortgages if you’re still working on paying off your student loan debt.

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Lower Your Interest Rate During The First Couple Of Months With A Buydown

December 28, 2022

If you are thinking about purchasing a house today, you have probably realized that mortgage rates have increased significantly. This has made it much harder for people to afford home loans, and these higher rates have had an impact on the lender’s business as well.

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4 Reasons Why Your Mortgage May Be Denied After Pre-Approval

December 27, 2022

So you’ve been pre-approved for a mortgage – great! You’ve taken the first step toward becoming a homeowner. But before you start picking out china patterns, you’ll want to keep in mind that a pre-approval isn’t the same thing as a mortgage agreement. There’s still no guarantee that you’ll actually get a mortgage.

But why would a lender deny a mortgage after pre-approving a borrower? Here’s what you need to know.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 26, 2022

December 26, 2022

Last week’s economic scheduled economic news included readings on sales of previously-owned homes, housing starts, and building permits issued. Readings on the Consumer Price Index, which tracks inflation, were also released along with weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims.

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3 Simple Tips for Boosting Your FICO Credit Score Before Applying for a Mortgage

December 23, 2022

There are a variety of factors that are involved in getting your mortgage approved, but few things will have more of an impact than your FICO score and the credit history that goes along with it. Instead of leaving your score up to chance when submitting your application, here are a few ways that you can boost your financial wellbeing and leave your credit score better off than it was before.

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NAHB: Home Builder Confidence in Housing Markets Slips in December

December 22, 2022

December’s National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index reported slipping builder confidence in U.S. housing markets. The Housing Market Index readings fell every month in 2022. Recently rising mortgage rates, materials costs, and inclement winter weather contributed to builder skepticism about current housing market conditions.

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Mistakes To Avoid When Organizing Your Home

December 20, 2022

If your house has a tremendous amount of clutter in it, you might finally think it is time to do something about it. Now is the perfect opportunity for you to get your house organized, and you probably want to start by tackling the piles of clothing and paper in the middle of the floor. Before you jump in feet first, take a look at a few mistakes you need to avoid when organizing your home.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 19, 2202

December 19, 2022

Last week’s economic reporting included readings on inflation, retail sales, and the Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee meeting. Fed Chair Jerome Powell held his scheduled post-meeting press conference and weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released.

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Are Firefighter Mortgages Legit?

December 15, 2022

As a firefighter, you put your life on the line every day. You are there when people need you the most, and you might be wondering how you can finance a home.

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How Do I Know If It’s a Good Idea to Refinance My Mortgage?

December 14, 2022

Are you interested in paying less per month on your mortgage? Or perhaps you would prefer if your mortgage was paid off a couple of months – or years – faster? If you are a homeowner with a mortgage, one option that is open to you is refinancing. In today’s post, we will explore the topic of mortgage refinancing and how to know if it is a good idea.

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