When you apply for a mortgage, you expect your lender to have some questions. But the truth is, your lender is going to have a lot of questions — and if you know what to expect before you start the […]
VA Loans: Making a home for the brave possible
Since the creation of the Veterans Affairs (VA) Home Loans Program, over 22 million veterans have achieved the American Dream of home ownership. Many veterans do not know the details of the program and therefore do not take advantage of […]
Are mortgage myths holding you back from buying a home?
A recent survey from Fannie Mae finds that a huge percentage of Americans are overestimating what it takes to secure a mortgage — and those misconceptions about mortgage qualifications could be holding people back […]
Past Bankruptcy? You could buy a home sooner than you think
In the past 6 years, more than 5 million Americans filed for bankruptcy. And while many people believe that filing for bankruptcy causes long-term financial ruin — and will keep them from ever being able to purchase a home — […]
No… You do not need a 20% down payment to buy a house
The Aspiring Home Buyers Profile from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) found that the American public is still confused about what is required to qualify for a home mortgage loan in today’s housing market. According to the report, 39% […]
