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Emanuel Stewart February 15, 2024

Why It’s Important to have a Mortgage Pre-approval Letter and How to Get One

If you are thinking about buying a new home shortly, you may already be searching online to get a feel for the different types of homes available in the local area. You may have reviewed your budget, and you may have a fair idea about a sales price that is comfortable for you to afford.

Filed Under: Mortgage Application Tagged With: Mortgage, Mortgage Approval, Mortgage Payments

Emanuel Stewart December 21, 2023

Mortgages for Non-U.S. Citizens Exploring Financing Options for Foreign Homebuyers

Becoming a homeowner in a foreign land is an exciting yet intricate journey. For non-U.S. citizens, securing a mortgage in the United States involves understanding and meeting specific requirements. We will explore the essential prerequisites and considerations for non-U.S. citizens aspiring to own a piece of the American dream.

Filed Under: Mortgage Application Tagged With: Financing Options, Foreign Homebuyers, Mortgages

Emanuel Stewart November 14, 2023

Speed Your Mortgage Approval up by Following This Checklist

Being unprepared and not having your finances in order will make it even more stressful. Here are a few quick ways if you’re looking to speed up your mortgage approval process, here’s a checklist to help you prepare.

Filed Under: Mortgage Application Tagged With: Credit Score, Mortgage, Mortgage Approval

Emanuel Stewart March 16, 2021

Understanding The Difference Between A Co-Borrower And A Co-Signer: What Do They Mean?

There is a lot of jargon that comes with purchasing a home. Even though this could be confusing, purchasing a home is also a significant decision. Therefore, it is critical for everyone to understand exactly what they are signing before they scribbled their name on the dotted line. In some cases, a co-borrower or a co-signer (also called a non-occupying co-borrower) could be needed to strengthen the application. What is the difference between these two terms?

Filed Under: Mortgage Application Tagged With: Co-Borrower, Co-Signer, Mortgage

Emanuel Stewart October 2, 2020

Should Homeowners Refinance?

Most people have heard the saying that it might be a good idea to refinance if mortgage rates drop. For those who might not know, refinancing is essentially taking out a new loan to replace the old one because the new loan has a lower interest rate.

Filed Under: Mortgage Application Tagged With: Home Refinance, Mortgage Tips, Refinancing

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