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Understanding the Basics of Mortgage Securitization

July 3, 2025 by Rilian Ball

What Is Mortgage Securitization?Mortgage securitization is the financial process of pooling together multiple mortgage loans and converting them into tradable investment securities. These securities are then sold to investors in the secondary market. This process provides liquidity to lenders, enabling them to issue more loans and support continued access to home financing. How the Process WorksThe process typically begins with a lender originating mortgage loans. These loans are then sold to a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Home Loan Basics, Mortgage Market, Mortgage Securitization

Understanding “Cash to Close” in Your Home Buying Journey

November 5, 2024 by Rilian Ball

If you've received your Closing Disclosure from your lender, congratulations! You’re almost at the finish line of your home buying journey, ready to celebrate with keys in hand. The Closing Disclosure, or CD, is provided at least three business days before your closing appointment and details your loan terms, projected monthly payments, and the much-discussed “cash to close.” But what exactly is "cash to close," and how is it calculated? What is "Cash to Close"? "Cash to close" … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Mortgages Tagged With: Closing Costs, Home Loan Basics, Mortgage

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