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Category: Home Buying

The housing market is stabilizing, and homes are appreciating again. With today’s low interest rates and affordable home prices, it’s a great time to buy.

Mortgages for buying a fixer upper

FHA Loans · Home Buying · Understanding Mortgages

Buying a Fixer Upper: What Kinds of Fixer Upper Loans are Available?

March 5, 2021

There are quite a few loan options available to buy fixer-upper homes. “By buying a fixer-upper, you can definitely increase the value of the home as it appreciates and as […]

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Disability income mortgage

Home Buying · Understanding Mortgages

Can you Get a Mortgage with Disability Income?

March 5, 2021

Those with disabilities and disability income can qualify for these special home buying programs as well as standard mortgage loans. Check your loan eligibility today. Life hasn’t always been easy […]

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Home Buying

5 Surprising Income Types Mortgage Lenders Still Allow

March 5, 2021

The news is inundated with stories of lenders making it tough for some borrowers to qualify for mortgage loans. But while that can be true, borrowers with unique circumstances shouldn’t […]

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Parents can Buy a Home for a Disabled Child

Home Buying · Understanding Mortgages

The Best Way to Buy a Home for a Disabled Adult Child

March 5, 2021

Typically those who buy a home can only take advantage of the best interest rates and mortgage terms if it is an “owner-occupied” property, meaning they plan to live in […]

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Borrowing from a 401k or IRA

Home Buying · Understanding Mortgages

Borrowing from your 401k or IRA for a Down Payment

March 4, 2021

Saving up money for a down payment and closing costs to buy a house is one of the basic requirements in order to qualify for a home loan. It can […]

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How to get a loan for a townhome or condo

Home Buying

Condominium and Townhouse Loans: Differences and Similarities

March 4, 2021

Your real estate agent has shown you two perfect homes for the same price — one is a condominium with great amenities and the open floor plan you desire. The […]

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Tips for unamarried home buyers

Home Buying

Must-Know Tips for Unmarried Home Buyers

February 12, 2021

Most couples used to get married before making any major financial decisions together. But today, one in four unmarried couples between 18 and 34 buy a house together, according to […]

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Ask Tim · Credit · Home Buying

How Long After a Foreclosure Can I Buy a Home?

February 8, 2021

Buying again after a foreclosure, short sale, or deed-in-lieu of foreclosure can be done, with some hard work — and waiting. Mortgage lenders don’t like to see a foreclosure on […]

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Qualifying for a USDA loan

Home Buying · USDA Home Loans

USDA Income Eligibility | How Much Can You Make and Get a USDA Home Loan?

February 5, 2021

There is hope for borrowers who cannot get a conventional loan and have low to moderate income. The USDA loan program offers no-down-payment, 100 percent financing through a guaranteed loan […]

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Home Buying · Understanding Mortgages

Cosigning a Mortgage for an Adult Child

February 5, 2021

Your adult child is hardworking and responsible. But because of their lack of credit history, stricter lending regulations or too many student loans, it is almost impossible for them to […]

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