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Watch out for these three problematic property types
Watch out for these three problematic property types When shopping on a budget, discount homes may be tempting, but if you’re not careful they may cost you your financing. When applying for a loan, we [...]
What is a temporary buydown and when does it make sense to get one?
What is a temporary buydown and when does it make sense to get one? Temporary buydowns are best for those who need to buy a new home now, but expect to have a higher monthly [...]
Student loan debt shouldn’t prevent you from buying a home
Student loan debt shouldn’t prevent you from buying a home As of the first quarter of 2019, student loan debt is $1.5 trillion in the United States. Homebuyers are waiting until their mid-thirties to [...]
How to write a winning real estate offer letter
How to write a winning real estate offer letter If you’re thinking of buying a home in a competitive market, your real estate agent may recommend that you write a real estate offer letter [...]
What is mortgage insurance?
What is mortgage insurance? Mortgage insurance covers costs lost by the lender in case the borrower defaults. If you put less than 20% down, most loan programs will require you to buy mortgage insurance, but [...]
Ten essential resources for first-time homebuyers
Ten essential resources for first-time homebuyers When you’re buying your first home, where do you go to find information, advice and tools to help guide you through the process? While there are plenty of resources [...]