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The Mortgage Pre-approval Letter: Why It’s Important and How to Get One

March 30, 2021 by Rilian Ball

If you are thinking about buying a new home in the near future, you may already be searching online to get a feel for the different types of homes available in the local area. You may have reviewed your budget, and you may have a fair idea about a sales price that is comfortable for you to afford. While you may feel as though you have taken the preliminary steps necessary to prepare yourself to buy a home, it is important that you also get a mortgage pre-approval letter for your financing before … [Read more...]

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

Four Ways That Being Diligent with Your Mortgage Payments Can Seriously Improve Your Credit

March 25, 2021 by Rilian Ball

The unfortunate reality is that many individuals have a lower credit rating than they would like. For many, this is caused by issues related to high debt balances, late payments and other related issues. If you have a lower credit rating, you may be wondering what steps you can take to improve your standing with the credit bureaus. While there are several steps available for you to consider, making timely payments on your home mortgage can have a great impact on your credit. There are four … [Read more...]

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

Variable-Rate VS. Fixed-Rate Mortgages – Which Is Better For Your Financial Situation?

February 19, 2021 by Rilian Ball

When applying for a new home mortgage, many loan applicants initially consider applying for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage. This is perhaps the most common and traditional type of mortgage available. It allows you to enjoy the opportunity to pay for your home over the course of 30 years with equal payments every month. While this is one option, there are actually multiple choices available. For some applications, a variable rate mortgage may be more advantageous. If you are comparing the options … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Rates Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Interest Rates, Mortgages

Understanding The Key Factors That Affect Your Mortgage Interest Rate

February 18, 2021 by Rilian Ball

When you initially start shopping for a home mortgage, you may be drawn to advertisements for ultra-low interest rates. These may be rates that seem too good to be true, and you may gladly contact the lender or mortgage company to complete your loan application. However, the unfortunate truth is that all too often, mortgage applicants are unpleasantly surprised and even disheartened to learn that they do not qualify for the advertised interest rate. By learning more about the factors that … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Rates Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Interest Rates, Mortgages

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