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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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Ways coronavirus will change buying a home
How will coronavirus change the way you buy your next home? Discover 7 surprising ways the housing market is changing.
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Guide to jumbo loan down payments
A jumbo loan can help you finance the home of your dreams. But you need to be prepared to make a sizable down payment. Here’s what you need for jumbo down payments.
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Understanding jumbo loan DTI and LTV
Debt-to-income and loan-to-value ratios help lenders determine whether you can repay a loan. Find out how these factors can affect your ability to get a jumbo mortgage.
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A beginner's guide to FHA loans
An FHA loan could make it easier to realize your dream of homeownership. Read our article to understand how they work and how to get one.
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Monthly vs biweekly mortgage payments
Learn how mortgage payments work, how to pay them back, and the pros and cons of monthly versus biweekly mortgage payments.
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How to qualify for an FHA loan
FHA loans are great for first-time homebuyers with lower incomes and credit scores. Read our guide to understand FHA loans.
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How to qualify for an FHA loan
FHA loans are great for first-time homebuyers with lower incomes and credit scores. Read our guide to understand FHA loans.
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Primary, secondary and investment property: What are the differences?
Different property types have different types of loans. Understand what a primary residence is and how it differs from a second home vs investment property.
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The 20% myth: What you really need for your down payment
Do you really need 20% for your down payment? Find out how to calculate your down payment based on the type of loan you have.