Category: First Time Home Buyer

There are many reasons why it can be better to work with a mortgage broker instead of a bank when you are trying to get a home loan. A great mortgage broker will work very hard for you to find you the best product and to help you get into your new home as quickly…
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Do you have a stable job with stable income? Do you have good control of your monthly debt payments and a decent credit score? If you answered yes, then you are probably ready. The first step to find out if you are ready to purchase a home is talking to a mortgage professional. A local…
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The most common question asked when talking about mortgages is…  “What are today’s rates?” Ever ask yourself what determines these rates? Here is a quick list of what goes into determining the interest rate on your mortgage: Loan Amount – Loans over conventional limits are called Jumbo Loans and may have different pricing. This pricing…
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Where do you stand?   What can you do to Improve your Score? Pay all bills on-time Don’t apply for too many credit lines Don’t max out credit cards – Keep a balance at or below 30% of available for all revolving credit Hold on to your older credit lines – Even if not using…
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As you figure out your home budget, it’s key to consider all the factors that will make up your mortgage payment. Here we share four important elements, known as PITI, which affect the amount you will pay each month: P Principal Amount borrowed to buy your home ⇑ Payment goes toward ⇓ ⇓ ⇓ ⇓…
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