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Mortgage Rate Locks: When and How to Secure a Favorable Rate

November 9, 2023 by Rilian Ball 5 Comments

Securing a mortgage to purchase your dream home is a significant financial decision. One of the essential aspects of this process is locking in a favorable mortgage rate. A mortgage rate lock ensures that the interest rate on your loan remains the same for a specified period, protecting you from potential rate fluctuations. We will explore when it's best to lock in a mortgage rate and provide a step-by-step guide on how to do it. When to Lock in Your Mortgage Rate The perfect time to lock in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Mortgage, Mortgage Rates, Rate Lock

Understanding Assumable Mortgage Loans

November 8, 2023 by Rilian Ball Leave a Comment

Mortgage loans are an essential aspect of financing the purchase of a property. Among the various types of mortgages available, one option that may be advantageous for both buyers and sellers is an assumable mortgage loan. An assumable mortgage loan is a type of home loan agreement that allows a homebuyer to assume the existing mortgage of the seller when purchasing a property. In other words, the buyer takes over the seller's mortgage terms and conditions, including the interest rate, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Assumable Loans, Mortgage, Mortgage Choices

The Role of A Down Payment: How Much Should I Save?

November 7, 2023 by Rilian Ball Leave a Comment

Buying a home, a car, or any significant investment often involves making a down payment. The down payment is a crucial part of the purchasing process, as it can impact your loan terms, interest rates, and monthly payments. But how much should you save for a down payment, and why is it so important? Understanding Down Payments A down payment is a portion of the purchase price that you pay upfront when buying a house, a car, or making a large investment. It's a way to demonstrate your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tagged With: Down Payment, Mortgage, New Home

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – November 6, 2023

November 6, 2023 by Rilian Ball Leave a Comment

The most important data of the quarter was released, signaling the direction for many markets and where economic policy may be headed. Jerome Powell as well as other members of the Federal Reserve spoke about the state of economic policy, informing many parties about their decisions to remain hawkish or dovish in their approach. Further rate hikes could tell a story that inflation is not yet under control and the Federal Reserve feels the need to continue these rate hikes, which will have a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Reports, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

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