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Get HomeReady: An Affordable Mortgage Program You Might Have Missed

Part of Homebuying 101

It’s not easy being a homebuyer in today’s market. If low inventory and high home prices weren’t enough, once record-low mortgage rates have risen to levels not seen since 2008. It’s enough to inspire anyone to consider all sorts of…

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The ABCs of ARMs: How Adjustable-Rate Mortgages Work

Adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) have surged in popularity, reaching their highest numbers since the Great Recession. Recent volatility in the housing market has made ARMs an attractive option for borrowers seeking low initial interest rates. While better regulated than they once...

How Much of Your Income Should You Spend on Your Mortgage?

Part of Homebuying 101

What percentage of income should go to mortgage payments?  It’s a good question, particularly when you’re ready to buy a home for the first time. Just like other important financial decisions, you want your monthly mortgage payment to fit seamlessly…

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Get HomeReady: An Affordable Mortgage Program You Might Have Missed

It’s not easy being a homebuyer in today’s market. If low inventory and high home prices weren’t enough, once record-low mortgage rates have risen to levels not seen since 2008. It’s enough to inspire anyone to consider all sorts of...

What Credit Score is Required to Buy a House?

Part of Homebuying 101

When you’re getting ready to buy a house, your lender will want to see your credit score, a three-digit number that represents how well you pay back debt.  Before you apply for a mortgage, keep in mind that your credit…

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Get HomeReady: An Affordable Mortgage Program You Might Have Missed

It’s not easy being a homebuyer in today’s market. If low inventory and high home prices weren’t enough, once record-low mortgage rates have risen to levels not seen since 2008. It’s enough to inspire anyone to consider all sorts of...