How to Buy a House with Multiple Owners
November 7, 2023
When you think of more than one name on a mortgage application, you probably assume it’s a married couple. However, there are lots of other people who enter into buying […]
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Cash Out Refinance · Refinance
5 Things to Consider Before Your Cash-out Refinance Application
August 11, 2022
On the surface, applying for a cash-out refinance mortgage sounds like a no-brainer. You may be able to lower your interest rate, plus you walk away with some cash. But, […]
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Buyers Needing USDA Home Loans Get a Do-Over
January 1, 2022
Homebuyers in suburban areas who would have missed their shot at a zero-down home loan will get a do-over. USDA home loan eligibility map changes will not take effect in […]
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4 Things To Know When Getting Gift Money for a Down Payment
January 1, 2022
When purchasing your first home, a substantial down payment could put you on track to a great mortgage program, give you more equity in your home, and ultimately result in […]
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Jumbo Loan Limit : How High Can You Go?
January 1, 2022
If you’re in the market for an expensive, luxury home, one of your main borrowing options will be jumbo loans. Because the economy has been making gradual improvements, jumbo loan […]
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Advantages of the USDA Home Loan Program
January 1, 2022
If you’re in the market for buying a home, you’ve probably been researching your loan options. While there is a lot of information available for conventional loans, as well as […]
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VA Home Loans: Fewer Roadblocks for First-time Home Buyers
January 1, 2022
If you’ve served or are currently serving the country as a member of the military, one well-deserved benefit is being eligible for the VA home Loan. This program is designed […]
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3 Reasons It’s a Great Time to Cancel FHA Mortgage Insurance
January 1, 2022
Paying that mortgage bill each month can be painful, especially when you look at its breakdown and see that a portion of your payment is going toward mortgage insurance. For […]
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7 Tips to Speed Up Your Loan Closing
January 1, 2022
The good news is the housing market is doing well, resulting in more home purchases and home loan applications. However, with more activity comes more delays. Mortgage software company Ellie […]
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Loosening Rules, Low Jumbo Mortgage Rates Fuel Hot Housing Segment
January 1, 2022
It’s official: When it comes to jumbo loans, credit availability is loosening up. According to the July Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), there was an increase of 0.5 percent from […]
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