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What Is a Subprime Mortgage? A Complete Guide to Understanding Subprime Loans

Nicki and Karen » January 20, 2025

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In the real estate industry, borrowers have access to numerous types of mortgage loans. While many borrowers seek prime ...

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What Homebuyers Need to Know About Mortgage Rate Fluctuations

Nicki & Karen » March 13, 2023

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In the U.S., average mortgages rates for all types of mortgage loans change constantly. While these fluctuations are usu ...

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What is an Adjustable-rate Mortgage?

Nicki & Karen » January 23, 2023

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If you’re in the market for a new home, there’s a good chance that you’ll need to apply for a loan wit ...

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How Does a Loan Contingency Work?

Nicki & Karen » December 12, 2022

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When a home is being sold, there are many aspects of the transaction that need to be tended to if you want to be certain ...

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A Guide on Preapprovals: Do They Expire?

Nicki & Karen » November 21, 2022

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Before you start searching for a new home, you’ll need to have a mortgage preapproval. After finding a lender that ...

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What is a Balloon Mortgage?

Nicki & Karen » October 10, 2022

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If you’re thinking of buying a home, you’re likely considering all of the loan options at your disposal. The ...

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What Are The Different Types of Reverse Mortgages

Nicki & Karen » July 18, 2022

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If you have owned your current home for at least several years and have built up a considerable amount of equity, you ma ...

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7 Frequently Asked Questions about Obtaining a Mortgage

Nicki & Karen » October 11, 2021

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There are two primary methods you can use to purchase a home. If you have enough cash, it’s possible to pay the en ...

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Everything You Need to Know About the Mortgage Bankers Association

Nicki & Karen » July 20, 2020

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If you’re a part of the real estate industry or are interested in real estate investments, you might want to consi ...

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Mortgage Lenders in California

Nicki & Karen » February 17, 2020

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A mortgage lender is any kind of financial institution or bank that provides borrowers with money that they can use to p ...

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