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“CAN I USE MY EQUITY TO BUY ANOTHER HOUSE?”
Buying a second home is a dream come true for many. Whether it’s a retirement home, a vacation home, or your first step toward real estate, investing in a second property is a notable achievement in your portfolio. Like a first-time home purchase, a second property requires a down...
Buying a home is one of the most important decisions you can make. Plus, considering current low mortgage rates, homeownership has never been more appealing and affordable. In this article, we’ll break down how much you need to purchase a new home before the year ends, plus...
Owning a home is still a major part of the American dream. According to a recent survey done by The Harris Poll in 2020, a third of Americans who have never owned a home plan to do so in five years. If you’re a first-time homebuyer, one of the questions you may have is whether to purchase a...
When you shop around for a loan, you may encounter the term APR or annual percentage rate. Some people think that interest rates and APRs are the same, but in reality, there are subtle differences between the two. This article will explain what an APR is, how it's calculated and applied when...
DEBUNKING 5 MYTHS ABOUT VA HOME LOANS
The popularity of VA loans has soared in recent years, surpassing the 1 million mark in 2020, and is on pace to break that record in 2021. But despite the success of the VA home loan program, there is still some skepticism among prospective homebuyers when it comes to VA loans.
Read the top myths about VA home loans and learn the truth behind them so that you can make the best decision on whether or not a VA home loan is the right option for your specific requirements.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO REFINANCE YOUR MORTGAGE
Are you familiar with the benefits of mortgage refinancing?
There are many reasons to refinance your mortgage, like lowering your monthly payments, saving on interest, or simply paying off your loan faster. But before you commit, it’s important you know how refinancing works. In this article, we’ll share all that you need to know to make the best decision based on your current situation and financial goals.
How Much Down Payment Do You Need To Buy A Home?
If you're considering buying a home, you might wonder how much is required as a down payment. Here is a quick run-down of the requirements of the down payment per loan type. Do You Need To Put 20% Down On A House? You'll often hear the down payment expressed as a percentage. For example, a 20%...
How To Remove Mortgage Insurance From Your Home Loan
You don't need to put a minimum of 20% down on a new home. That's the upside. The downside is that you'll need to pay mortgage insurance if your down payment is less than 20%. Read this post to learn the factors that determine if and when you can get rid of your mortgage insurance.