Is Buying a House with an HOA a Good Idea?
If you’re looking to buy a home, you may have come across listings that are part of a homeowner’s association or HOA. You’ve probably also noticed that those properties come with an additional monthly HOA fee. What is an HOA and is it a good idea to buy i
Sep 01, 2021 |
Should I Get a Conventional or FHA Loan?
One of the big questions you’ll have to answer when you are ready to buy a home is what type of mortgage loan to choose. There are plenty of options out there, with conventional and FHA being among the most popular. If you’re unsure which kind is right fo
Aug 25, 2021 |
Fannie, Freddie, and Ginnie and What Do They Have to Do With My Mortgage?
If you are ready to buy a home, you may have heard your lender throwing around names like Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Ginnie Mae. Who are these people and what do they have to do with your home loan?They are actually not people at all but nicknames for t
Aug 18, 2021 |
This New Mortgage Rule Could Save You from Foreclosure
Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, millions of Americans lost jobs and many homeowners have had a hard time keeping up with their mortgage payments.According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, around 3% of all residential mortgage borrowers are no
Aug 11, 2021 |
How to Get a Mortgage Without a Credit Score
Getting a home mortgage loan typically means a lender will run a check of your credit. It is much easier to get a mortgage if you have a great credit score; and you'll get a better deal as well. But what if you don’t have a credit score? Is it still possi
Aug 04, 2021 | Credit
How Big Credit Card Purchases Can Hurt Your Mortgage Terms
When you are trying to buy a house, it is important to protect your credit. That means being extra careful to make all your payments on time and not opening any new credit accounts or loans during the mortgage qualification process. Another very important
Jul 28, 2021 | Purchasing a Home