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What Makes Up A PITI Mortgage Payment?

October 12, 2023 by Rilian Ball Leave a Comment

Many mortgage payments are made up of four parts, called PITI. PITI is an acronym that stands for principal, interest, tax, and insurance. It's important to understand PITI because it is the real number you need to use in order to find out how much mortgage you can afford to pay each month. One of the biggest mistakes first-time homebuyers make is using only the principal plus interest figure to calculate how much they'll be paying every month for their mortgage. Then, when the lender comes … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Insurance, Interest, Mortgages, Principal, Taxes

Worried about Your FICO Score? 4 Easy Strategies to Fix It Up

October 11, 2023 by Rilian Ball Leave a Comment

If you're worried about your bad credit, you'll want to do everything in your power to improve your rating as quickly as possible - especially if you have a major purchase coming up. Improving your credit rating can give you access to better interest rates on mortgages or even help you get that job you're after. IMPORTANT! If you are currently involved in a home loan transaction, speak with your trusted mortgage lender before taking any action regarding your credit! So how can you boost your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Homebuyer Tips Tagged With: FICO Score, Homebuyer Tips, Improving Credit Score

Why You Should Compare Different Mortgages

October 10, 2023 by Rilian Ball Leave a Comment

Comparing mortgages is a crucial step in the process of buying a home or refinancing an existing mortgage. Here are some reasons why: Save Money: Comparing mortgages can help you save money by finding the best interest rates and terms available. A lower interest rate can mean thousands of dollars in savings over the life of a mortgage. Avoid Pitfalls: By comparing mortgages, you can avoid pitfalls such as hidden fees, penalties, or other unfavorable terms that can cost you money and cause … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Mortgage, Mortgage Comparison, Mortgage Rates

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 9, 2023

October 9, 2023 by Rilian Ball Leave a Comment

The previous week offered a blend of economic updates, covering a report on the jobs market and weekly changes in mortgage rates. The Jobs Report Was Released This week, the monthly jobs report was released by the United States Bureau of Labor and Statistics. It showed that the job market completely exceeded all expectations, adding 336,000 jobs during the month of September. That was far higher than the expected number of 170,000. It also represents a significant increase when compared to … [Read more...]

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

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