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How to prequalify for a mortgage
Prequalifying can save every homebuyer a lot of time and show a seller you're in a financial position to purchase a home.
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What percentage of your income should go towards your mortgage
This handy guide will help you decide exactly how much of your salary you should be spending on mortgage payments every month.
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How to qualify for a jumbo mortgage loan
To get a jumbo loan, you need to meet certain requirements and provide proof. Find out if you qualify for a jumbo mortgage.
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What is a home equity loan and how does it work?
Home equity loans allow you to borrow against the value of your home. Learn how home equity loans work, how to qualify for one, what to use it for and more.
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What is a deed in lieu of foreclosure?
Foreclosures impact your credit report and finances and should be avoided. A deed in lieu of foreclosure may be an alternative.
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Qualifying for a mortgage as a millennial
Millennials account for half of all home purchases last year. Learn the situations that affect millennial home buying and how you can qualify for a mortgage.
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How to increase your home's value
Increasing your home’s value can help when you decide to sell or refinance. Learn how to increase your home’s value.
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How to navigate the homebuying process
The homebuying process can be equally exciting and tricky. Check out our step-by-step guide to buying a house to make this process simpler.
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What is a mortgage underwriter?
A mortgage underwriter plays an important part during the home loan process. Read this guide to understand what they do and look for in your application.
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Buying a home after retirement
Learn how to buy a retirement home and what you need to buy a home after retirement.
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Steps to buying a house as newlyweds
Buying a home as a couple can provide different options. Learn your options as a married couple buying a home together.
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How is a credit score calculated on a joint mortgage
Buying a home with a partner or spouse? It’s important to know how joint mortgages work and whose credit score will be used when you apply.