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Emanuel Stewart December 6, 2023

You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Pros and Cons of Private Mortgage Insurance?

It’s easy to get Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) confused with homeowners’ insurance, but PMI is an entirely different thing that may or may not be necessary when it comes to your home purchase. If you’re going to be investing in a home in the near future and are wondering what PMI may mean for you, here are some things to consider regarding this type of insurance.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Mortgage Insurance

Emanuel Stewart November 30, 2023

Negotiating Homebuying Costs: Securing Your Dream Home at the Right Price

Buying a home is one of life’s significant milestones, but it often comes with a significant price tag. Fortunately, the sticker price on a house isn’t always set in stone. When buying a home, negotiating certain costs can save you a significant amount of money.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Home Buying Tip, Mortgage, Negotiate

Emanuel Stewart November 22, 2023

Exploring the Diversity of Property Types: Finding Your Ideal Home

When exploring different property types, consider what matters most to you. Assess your lifestyle, future plans, financial capabilities, and personal preferences. What kind of living environment aligns best with your goals and values? Do you prioritize independence or enjoy communal living? Are you looking for an investment opportunity or a space to settle down in for the long term?

Filed Under: Home Mortgages Tagged With: Mortgage, Property Types

Emanuel Stewart November 16, 2023

Comparing Temporary and Permanent Mortgage Buydowns

t’s important to note that while a temporary buydown can lower monthly payments during the buydown period, it does not reduce the total amount of interest paid over the life of the loan. In fact, the total interest paid over the life of the loan may be higher due to the upfront fee paid to fund the buydown.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Mortgage, Mortgage Buydowns, Mortgage Options

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

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