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Overcoming Anxiety as a First-Time Home Buyer

December 1, 2021 by Rilian Ball

There are many people who are thinking about buying a home for the first time. Even though this is an exciting experience, there are also people who develop anxiety when purchasing a home. This is a major financial decision, and it is critical to get it right. What do people need to do if they want to overcome anxiety as first-time homebuyers? Maximize The Credit Score Before applying for a home loan, everyone should maximize their credit score. Everyone has the right to request one free credit … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Anxiety, Budgeting, First Time Homeowner

Qualifying For A Mortgage Credit Certificate

November 18, 2021 by Rilian Ball

Purchasing a house can be expensive, but there are measures in place to make it easier, particularly for people buying a home for the first time. One option is a mortgage credit certificate. What is the certificate, and how does it work? A Mortgage Certificate Is A Tax Credit A mortgage credit certificate, usually shortened to MCC, is a credit issued to first-time homebuyers by the local or state government. This certificate allows first-time homeowners to claim a federal tax credit for mortgage … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Mortgage, Mortgage Certificate, Tax Credit

What Is A High Enough Credit Score For A Mortgage?

November 16, 2021 by Rilian Ball

There are many people who are interested in purchasing a home for the first time. Even though many first-time homeowners are interested in the sticker price of a home, it is just as important to consider credit scores. Anyone who requires financing to purchase a home will have to go through a credit check. What credit score is considered high enough for a home loan? What do people have to do if they want to increase their credit scores? What Credit Bureaus Do Lenders Use? First, a credit … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Credit Score, FICO Score, Mortgage

What To Know About Property Values and Refinancing

November 12, 2021 by Rilian Ball

There are many people who are thinking about refinancing their homes. For example, some people may be interested in reducing their monthly payments, while other people may be interested in tapping into the value of the home to fund a home improvement project. What is the relationship between property values and refinancing? There are several important points to keep in mind.  Property Values Tend To Rise First, it is important for homeowners to understand that property values tend to rise … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Mortgage, Property Value, Refinance

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