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Whatever You Do, Don’t Make These Common Mortgage Mistakes

May 27, 2022 by Patrick Jones

Are you applying for a mortgage on your home? Keep in mind that a mortgage is a major financial decision and choosing one will have a significant impact on the rest of your life.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Common Mortgage Mistakes, Homebuyer Tips, Mortgage Tips

What Financial Preparations Should I Make Before Applying For A Mortgage?

January 20, 2022 by Patrick Jones

Getting a mortgage isn't an easy thing to do. Before a lender will put down tens of hundreds of thousands of dollars, it wants to know that the borrower can handle the loan so that it will get paid back.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Applying For A Mortgage, Home Mortgage Tips, Homebuyer Tips

What Are The Requirements To Sell A Home Using An FHA Loan?

September 15, 2021 by Patrick Jones

Before an owner can market a property to buyers that want to use a FHA loan, he will want to familiarize himself with the FHA's standards. FHA won't insure loans on just any property.

While their standards aren't as stringent as they used to be, a home needs to be in relatively good condition to qualify for FHA financing.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: FHA Loan, Home Mortgage Tips, Homebuyer Tips

How You Can Get The Full Selling Price You Want For Your Home

April 17, 2014 by Patrick Jones

When it comes to selling your home and getting the full selling price you want, there are certain tactics and methods you can employ to ensure that this wish becomes a reality.

Filed Under: Homebuyer Tips Tagged With: Homebuyer Tips, Housing Market, Selling Price

The Ultimate Guide To Winning At Auction! Don’t Let Your Dream Home Slip Away

April 15, 2014 by Patrick Jones

While the traditional method of trawling for sale listings, making bids, and negotiating with the seller has been a popular rite of passage for many home buyers, buying a house at auction is swiftly becoming a favored way to purchase property.

Filed Under: Homebuyer Tips Tagged With: Auctions, Dream Homes, Homebuyer Tips

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