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Millions Of First-Time Homebuyers Kept Out Of Market
First-time homebuyers are an extremely important part of the housing market. Without new buyers in the housing market, owners of existing st...
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Rent-To-Own Homes 101
You have spotted the house of your dreams, and it is on the market – but you cannot afford to buy it at the moment. Perhaps you do not have ...
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Asked by Lynn
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Answered by Chad Freeman, Branch ManagerPRO+ in Bethesda, MD
Lynn:
That's a bit of a loaded question,
but an essential one for someone in your
situation. It really depends on your
lifestyle, retirement plans, assets, and of
c...
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Video: How Your Credit Score Affects Your Mortgage Rate
Should you wait until your credit score is higher before taking out a home loan? Personal Finance Expert and Author Jordan Goodman explains ...
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Asked by Tyshia
Answered by Ted Rood, Mortgage BrokerPRO+ in Maryland Heights, MO
Yes, fortunately FHA now allows borrowers to
qualify using an estimated payment of 1% of
their student loan balances. Note that even
if the loans are in deferment, or...
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Avoid Paying Mortgage Insurance Despite Low Down Payment
If you are stretching your funds to purchase a home with a minimal down payment, you are probably familiar with private mortgage insurance (...
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Rapid Rescore 101
Imagine that you are applying for a mortgage, and you discover that your credit score is just below the necessary range to qualify for a mor...
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Asked by Milo Ray
Answered by Amanda Gillam, Financial Adviser
If you have an excellent credit record then
why not try your own bank first - if you have
a long-standing relationship with your bank
they are likely to offer you fina...
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