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Financing a Home Purchase

The following articles will give you more insight into factors around financing a home purchase. When you reach a point where you think you want to buy, please let me know and I will connect you to a fantastic local lender that can answer your questions and speak specifically to your situation.

Why Homebuyers Need a Mortgage Loan Pre-Approval Before Submitting an Offer

August 27, 2020

You may have heard that mortgage loan pre-approval is a great first step in the homebuying process. But why is it so important? When looking for a home, the temptation to fall in love with a house that’s outside your budget is very real. … [Read more...]

Topic: Financing a Home, Buying a Home, Real Estate Tagged With: Mortgage Loan

Mortgage Forbearance Numbers During COVID Much Less Than Expected

August 20, 2020

Originally, some housing industry analysts were concerned that the mortgage forbearance program (which allows families to delay payments to a later date) could lead to an increase in foreclosures when forbearances end. Some even worried … [Read more...]

Topic: Financing a Home, Real Estate Tagged With: forbearance, foreclosure, Mortgage Loan, mortgage relief

Mortgage Loan Interest Rates Near Historic Lows [INFOGRAPHIC]

May 22, 2020

Some Highlights Mortgage interest rates have dropped considerably this spring and are hovering at a historically low level. Locking in at a low rate today could save you thousands of dollars over the lifetime of your home loan. … [Read more...]

Topic: Financing a Home, Buying a Home, Real Estate Tagged With: Mortgage Interest Rates

Today’s Mortgage Cost Compared To Prior Decades [INFOGRAPHIC]

November 22, 2019

Comparing the average mortgage interest rate and payment over the past several decades to today... … [Read more...]

Topic: Financing a Home, Real Estate

Debunking Two Myths That Hold Back Home Buyers

November 18, 2019

In a recent article, First American shared how millennials are not really any different from previous generations when it comes to the goal of homeownership; it is still a huge part of their American Dream. The piece, however, also … [Read more...]

Topic: Financing a Home, Buying a Home, Real Estate

Mortgage Credit Availability Looks Very Different Today Than In 2008

November 14, 2019

Some are afraid the real estate market may be looking a lot like it did prior to the housing crash in 2008. One of the factors they’re pointing at is the availability of mortgage money. Recent articles about the availability of low down … [Read more...]

Topic: Financing a Home, Buying a Home, Real Estate Tagged With: Mortgage Loan

A Meaningful Benefit for Veterans: the VA Home Loan

November 11, 2019

Today, on Veterans Day, we salute those who have served our country in war or peace, and we thank them for their sacrifice. This year marks the 75th anniversary of VA Home Loan Benefit offerings through the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act, … [Read more...]

Topic: Financing a Home, Real Estate Tagged With: VA Home Loan

Quick Facts: VA Home Loans [INFOGRAPHIC]

November 8, 2019

Some Highlights: The Veterans Administration (VA) Home Loan is a benefit that is available to more than 22 million veterans and 2 million active duty service members to help them achieve the dream of homeownership. In 2018, $161 … [Read more...]

Topic: Financing a Home, Real Estate Tagged With: VA Home Loan

Hire a Pro and the Mortgage Process Won’t Be Scary

October 31, 2019

A considerable number of potential buyers shy away from the real estate housing market because they’re uncertain about the buying process – particularly when it comes to qualifying for a mortgage. For many, the mortgage process can be … [Read more...]

Topic: Financing a Home, Buying a Home, Real Estate

Find Out If You Can Afford to Buy a Home Now

October 30, 2019

The gap between the increase in personal income and residential real estate prices has been used to defend the concept that we are experiencing an affordability crisis in housing today. It is true that home prices and wages are two key … [Read more...]

Topic: Financing a Home, Buying a Home, Real Estate

Buying a House Can Be SCARY… Unless You Know The Financing FACTS [INFOGRAPHIC]

October 25, 2019

Some Highlights: Many potential homebuyers believe they need a 20% down payment and a 780 FICO® score to qualify to buy a home. This stops many people from even trying to jump into homeownership! Here are some facts to help take the fear … [Read more...]

Topic: Financing a Home, Buying a Home, Real Estate

The Mortgage Process and What is Needed to Qualify for a Mortgage Loan [INFOGRAPHIC]

October 11, 2019

Some Highlights: Many buyers are purchasing homes with down payments as little as 3%. You may already qualify for a loan, even if you don’t have perfect credit. Your local loan professionals are here to help you determine how … [Read more...]

Topic: Financing a Home, Buying a Home, Real Estate Tagged With: Mortgage Loan

Here are the FICO® Scores Needed to Qualify for a Mortgage

October 8, 2019

It’s common knowledge that your FICO® score plays an important role in the homebuying process. However, many buyers have misconceptions regarding what exactly is required to get the loans they need. While a recent announcement from CNBC … [Read more...]

Topic: Financing a Home, Buying a Home, Real Estate Tagged With: Mortgage Loan

62% of Buyers Begin Process With Incorrect Assumption About Minimum Down Payments

October 7, 2019

Contrary to common misconception, a down payment is often much less than many believe. According to the ‘2019 Home Buyer Report’ conducted by Nerdwallet, many first-time buyers still believe they need a 20% down payment to buy … [Read more...]

Topic: Financing a Home, Buying a Home, Real Estate Tagged With: Mortgage Loan

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