Learning Center Series

The Basics of Home Loans

This series is full of valuable insights and information to help you navigate the world of mortgages. Learn everything from understanding the ins and outs of the mortgage application process and identifying different loan options, to tips for saving for a down payment and building a strong credit profile.
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Beating High Mortgage Rates: The Power of Making Biweekly Payments

Making biweekly payments on your mortgage can help you save money and pay down your loan faster than making monthly payments. Benefits include fewer interest payments, less stress on your budget, and the potential to shave years off your loan's term.
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Maximizing Your Home's Value with a 203k Mortgage Loan

Learn more about the benefits of this loan and the different types available, as well as tips for maximizing your return on investment through strategic improvements.
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How to Choose the Right Contractor for Your 203k Loan Renovation

Find the right contractor for your 203K loan project with these tips: look for experience with 203K loans, check references and reviews, interview multiple candidates, verify their licensing and insurance, look for detailed bids, check portfolios and samples, and choose a contractor you connect with.
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Top Renovation Projects You Can Finance with a 203k Loan

With this loan, you can choose from kitchen and bathroom remodels, roof replacements, structural repairs, new HVAC systems, and insulation upgrades. Get started on home renovations via a 203k loan today and consult with a lender to determine the maximum loan amount you qualify for.
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The Pros and Cons of 203k Mortgage Loans: Is It Right for You?

203k mortgage loans can be a great way to finance the purchase and renovation of a fixer-upper home. Pros include financing both the home purchase price and renovations in a single loan, potentially lower down payment, being able to improve the home to your specifications, and increased home value.
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Understanding 203k Mortgage Loans: A Comprehensive Guide

Home buyers can use a 203k mortgage loan, insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), to finance both the purchase and rehabilitation of a fixer-upper property. This guide details the benefits of 203k loans, their eligibility requirements, and the process of getting one.
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The Role of Asset Depletion in Jumbo Mortgage Applications

Asset depletion is an important factor to consider when applying for a jumbo loan, as lenders will check to make sure you have not overextended your finances.
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Understanding Asset Depletion: Protecting Your Savings as You Age

Asset depletion in retirement refers to drawing down or spending of your retirement savings and investments. Strategies to mitigate depletion include delaying Social Security, reducing spending needs, withdrawing at sustainable rates, and generating additional income. Proper planning can ensure your assets last as long as you need them to during retirement.
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How Mortgage Amortization Affects Your Monthly Payments

This article explains how mortgage amortization works and how the factors such as loan terms, interest rate, and down payment amounts affect the amortization schedule and resulting monthly payments. The article outlines how loan duration, loan type, and down payment size all play a role in the amortization process.
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