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Home Loans 101: What Documents Do You Need to Get One?
When you finally decide to buy a home, the steps to get one aren't as straightforward as 1-2-3. Before you finally get your keys and step into your house, you'll need to get a loan so you can safely close the deal, especially if you need financial assistance in buying...
Does Buying A House Help Raise Your Credit Score?
A solid credit score is necessary to get approved for a home loan. That's why we recommend against opening any new lines of credit or making large purchases on credit when applying for a home loan --these actions lower your score, resulting in getting denied a...
First-Time Home Buyers Must Avoid These Mistakes
There are many common mistakes first-time home buyers make. Some are minor, while others can end up being costly. Fortunately, several of these mistakes are avoidable. Please read and share this article with other first-time home buyers to help them spot these common...
“How Long Does It Take To Purchase a Home?”
Everyone has a different path to homeownership. Items like the type of loan you get and deciding on a real estate agent affect your timeline. But generally speaking, it takes about 30 – 60 days from start to finish to buy a home. Let's take a closer look at the...
“Is a Home Equity Loan Right For Me”
One of the most valuable benefits of owning a home is building equity. Whenever you need a considerable amount of cash, you can get it by borrowing against your equity with a home equity loan. How you use the funds is up to you. Some choose to remodel the kitchen....
What Do Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac Actually Do?
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are government-backed mortgage companies (or government-sponsored enterprise), and their job is to give the mortgage market stability and affordability. But how exactly do they do that, and why does it matter to you as a homebuyer? In this...
Earnest Money Deposit Versus Good Faith Deposit: What’s The Difference?
There are other costs associated with buying a home beside the down payment. Some of those include fees for the appraisal, home inspection, and title work. Today, we want to focus on costs called "earnest money deposit" and "good faith deposit." We'll share what those...
Helpful Hints For Buying A New Condo From A Developer
2021 is greeting us with a surge of new constructions, especially condos. With the promise of amenities like swimming pools, a communal clubhouse, and done-for-you landscaping, buying a new condo attracts many eager buyers. Are you thinking about making an offer on a...
What Are Origination Fees and Can They Be Avoided?
An origination fee is part of the multi-step process of getting a loan and includes the cost of processing the application, underwriting, and financing the loan. The lender may combine the fees into one charge or may list each one individually. Either way,...