Tag: Mortgage

Posted on 02/05/2025

Important Details to Know About Veteran Mortgage Relief

The U.S. government has multiple options available for military veterans who may be facing foreclosure. Through the Department of Veterans Affairs, borrowers can get financial relief through means such as forbearance, deferment, refinancing and more. However, there are some crucial details to be aware of. Here are some of the most important things to know about current veteran...

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Posted on 08/17/2022

The pros and cons of mortgage points

When buying a home, many homebuyers tend to search for the best mortgage interest rates available. While some may find that perfect rate, others may opt to take advantage of lender-provided options, such as mortgage points. Mortgage points are designed to help buyers bring down their interest rates by paying them ahead of time. Sometimes considered “discount points,”...

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Home Financing

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Posted on 11/17/2021

How Sellers Can Reduce the Risk of Financing

Seller financing is an excellent option for some property buyers and sellers. However, no matter the type of financing the seller offers, they are taking on a sizable amount of risk. Underwriting and supplementing a mortgage means dealing with the consequences if the buyer defaults on the loan. This is one reason many sellers hesitate to offer financing....

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Posted on 07/01/2020

Steps to Paying off Your Mortgage Quickly

Photo by ESB Professional via Shutterstock If the thought of getting a mortgage and being in that much debt is stopping you from buying a home, plan to pay it off. Here’s how you can do it in just five to 10 years. Live well below your means. If you can keep your mortgage payment to below twenty...

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Posted on 04/15/2020

When Should You Submit a Mortgage Request?

If you plan to pursue a home in the near future, there is no need to wait to get a mortgage. Because if you enter the housing market with a mortgage in hand, you'll know exactly how much you can spend to acquire your dream house. As a result, you'll be able to map out your home search based...

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Buying A Home

Posted on 08/28/2019

Incentives for First Time Home Buyers

Purchasing your first home can be a thrilling journey, and an incentive can help to lessen the burden. To qualify for this incentive, you don't need a massive pile of cash in the bank for a down payment. You also don't need a perfect credit score. As a first time home buyer, there are specific scores to help...

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