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When You Can’t Pay Your Monthly Mortgage Payment
Financial hardship happens. In January 2019, 435,421 homes were in some stage of foreclosure in the United States. Here’s what to do to avoid…
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Mortgage Rates: What Goes Up Doesn’t Always Come Down
Mortgage interest rates are rising even though they’re going down now. A few short months ago, Wall Street forecasters almost unanimously stated that mortgage…
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What is a VA Home Loan?
VA loans have become one of the most popular choices for purchasing a home for military veterans and spouses. These flexible loans come with…
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What Is Home Equity?
You’ve probably heard how homeownership builds wealth, usually with the word “equity” mentioned at some point. It’s a term that confuses new arrivals to…
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What Is A Mortgage Note?
When you’re closing on a home that requires a mortgage, there are several relevant documents you need to sign to make it official. Among…
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What is the Mortgage Underwriting Process?
No matter who you are, the mortgage approval process is the same. Once you’ve agreed with a seller on a sales contract for a…
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Home Equity Loan vs. HELOC: What’s the Difference?
One of the primary benefits of homeownership is building equity. The value tied up in your home increases as you pay down your mortgage,…
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How to Avoid Debt Before Buying a Home
If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you’re trying to navigate the current real estate market as best as possible while attempting to save as much…
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FHA Mortgage Loan Limit and Requirements
An FHA loan is a mortgage backed by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), ensuring the loan. The FHA is a division of Housing and…
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What is a Bridge Loan?
If ady own a home, you can sell it and use the proceeds to fund the down payment and closing costs. You can arrange…
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