Tag: Mortgage

Posted on 07/30/2024
Understanding Who Is Eligible for a VA Loan
A loan from the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs can be an excellent choice for financing a home purchase. While VA benefits are generally reserved for veterans, there are a few exceptions with mortgage programs. Here are some other ways you could be eligible for a VA loan: Active Duty Fortunately, you don't have to have served in...
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Posted on 01/23/2024
The pros and cons of mortgage points
When buying a home, many homebuyers tend to search for the...
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Home Financing
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Posted on 09/26/2023
The basics of getting preapproved for a mortgage
Getting preapproved for a mortgage is an essential part...
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Homebuyer
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Posted on 07/04/2023
VA Loans: Major Benefits to Consider
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has helped countless veterans finance their home ownership goals. While you have the choice of a conventional loan offered by other mortgage lenders, there are some significant benefits to VA loans. Here are some of the most important advantages to consider: No Down Payment The most famous benefit of VA loans is...
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Posted on 10/18/2022
Veteran Mortgage Relief Guide: Key Terms & Details
The U.S. government has multiple options available for military veterans who may be facing foreclosure. Through the Department of Veterans Affairs, borrowers can get financial relief through means such as forbearance, deferment, refinancing and more. However, there are some crucial details to be aware of. Here are some of the most important things to know about current veteran...
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Posted on 08/16/2022
What is APR? Mortgage basics
When searching for a mortgage, many homeowners might...
APR
Annual Percentage Rate
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Posted on 05/03/2022
Financial real estate terms buyers should know
The more real estate terms you understand, the more comfortable you will be in your home buying process. This is especially true for financial vocabulary related to real estate transactions. To help familiarize you with some of these important concepts, here is a quick guide to financial real estate terms: Fixed rate mortgage A fixed rate mortgage is...
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Fair Market Value
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Posted on 10/12/2021
Your Guide to Seller Financing Options
In real estate transactions, homebuyers have to obtain some kind of financing. Typically, this additional monetary support comes from a third party institution like a bank or mortgage lender. However, sometimes the seller may also offer financing directly. There are many options available depending on the specific need and situation. Here is a basic overview of seller financing...
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