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How To Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster

How To Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster

Achieving mortgage freedom is a dream for many homeowners, but it often seems like a distant goal. However, with the right approach, this dream can become a reality sooner than you might think. Paying off your mortgage early not only provides financial re

Jun 11, 2024 | Purchasing a Home

A Veteran’s Guide to Home Loans with Bad Credit

A Veteran’s Guide to Home Loans with Bad Credit

Navigating civilian life after serving in the United States military can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing credit. Fortunately, there are home loan options available specifically for veterans, even those with less-than-perfect credit. F

Jun 04, 2024 | VA Loans

6 Mistakes that Home Buyers Should Avoid

6 Mistakes that Home Buyers Should Avoid

With the busiest housing market season of the year in full swing, it’s essential to be on your home buying game. Here are 6 major mortgage blunders to avoid to make sure you are in prime position for scoring the perfect property. Not Getting Pre-ap

Jul 25, 2023 | Purchasing a Home

Understanding Mortgage Loan Origination Fees

Understanding Mortgage Loan Origination Fees

One of the things you’ll pay for when getting a mortgage loan is an origination fee. Here’s what you need to know about origination fees and why you pay them. What Is a Mortgage Loan Origination Fee? Origination means to create, so the loan or

May 30, 2023 | Purchasing a Home

How to Improve Your Credit to Get a Better Mortgage Deal

How to Improve Your Credit to Get a Better Mortgage Deal

In today’s rising interest rate climate, many potential homebuyers are looking for ways to save on a home purchase. One of the best proactive things you can do is to improve your credit score as much as possible before applying for a mortgage loan.

May 23, 2023 |

Do I Have to Pay Private Mortgage Insurance?

Do I Have to Pay Private Mortgage Insurance?

Lenders often require borrowers to pay for private mortgage insurance (PMI) on top of their mortgage loan. PMI is a type of insurance that actually protects the lender, not the borrower, against default and loss. If the borrower contributes less than a 20

May 16, 2023 |