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The Top Smart Home Products You Should Know About

May 19, 2022 by Rilian Ball

Technology has come a long way, and you might be thinking about turning your house into a smart home. Now, there are a lot of smart home products available, and you may have a difficult time keeping track of which ones are best for you. What are some of the top smart home products you need to know about? A Smart Lock If you are tired of misplacing your keys, you should consider investing in a smart lock. Smart locks come in many shapes and forms, and many of them allow you to program multiple … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Mortgage, Smart Locks, Technology

What Fees Are Involved With a Reverse Mortgage? Let’s Take a Look

May 18, 2022 by Rilian Ball

Investing in a home may be one of the most significant purchases you'll make in your lifetime, but many people forget that there are a number of other costs associated with buying a home. If you're considering a reverse mortgage and want to be clear on all of the fees involved, here are a few things you can expect to come across. Initial Home Appraisal Fee In order to ensure that you qualify for a reverse mortgage, you'll need to spend a lump sum up front to determine the market cost of your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Reverse Mortgages

Wondering How Much Mortgage You Can Afford? Here’s How to Calculate It

May 13, 2022 by Rilian Ball

Many people are aware of the financial commitment that is involved when investing in a home, but what that amounts to is different for every person. From what you can afford to what a lender will allow, there are plenty of details involved in determining the right home for you. If you're not quite sure what the right price is, here's how to approach home ownership and determine your debt-to-income. Calculating Your Debt-To-Income Ratio You may not know what your DTI ratio is, but it has a lot to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Mortgages and Credit

Honesty Is the Best Policy: Why You Need to Be Truthful on Your Mortgage Application

May 6, 2022 by Rilian Ball

There are few things better than finding your dream home and being able to afford it, but simply because you've found the perfect place doesn't mean you should stretch the truth. It might seem tempting to polish your mortgage application a little in the hopes of making a better impression, but here are a few reasons why you should stick to the truth when signing off on your home. Your Credit History Tells All It can be tempting to bump up your salary or make some hefty deposits into your savings … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Mortgage Applications

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