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Mortgage 101

How Does a Reverse Mortgage Work?

If you are coming up on retirement, you’ve probably been digging in to your finances to determine how smoothly you can cruise off into...

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What Not To Do While Closing On a House

Homebuyers invest a lot of time and discipline in getting to the closing table. Buying a house can be hard work!

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How Long Does it Take to Get a Mortgage?

How long does it take to get a mortgage? We get this question all the time – and for a good reason! It's different everywhere, and...

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What to Do if an Appraisal Comes in Low

In the wild world of real estate, anything can happen. It is atypical, but not impossible, for an appraisal to come in below the purchase...

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What Qualifies You for A Jumbo Loan?

Awesome news! You are ready to buy a turn-key, jaw-dropping, absolutely gorgeous new home. Unfortunately, it seems all that beauty comes...

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Why Do Sellers Prefer Conventional Loans?

Homebuyers and sellers often view things differently when it comes to closing a deal on a property. Whether you are in the process of...

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USDA Loans: Basics and Benefits

If the roar of the city has become too much and you are hoping to stretch your wings somewhere a bit more remote, a USDA loan could be the...

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Should I Get a Preapproval Before Getting a Real Estate Agent?

If you haven’t done so yet, start looking for a real estate agent. Find an agent you trust, talk with them about whether you’re ready to...

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What Questions Should I Ask a Mortgage Lender?

As a mortgage lender, we get a ton of questions every day from first-time borrowers and veteran homeowners alike.

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Jumbo Loan: Explained

Jumbo loans are true to their name – Big Loans. In the mortgage world, the term “jumbo” refers to a loan class that is underwritten to...

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