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Credit Score Secrets: What Lenders Look For

Understanding what lenders actually care about can give you the upper hand when it comes to qualifying for the best loan possible. Letโ€™s pull back the curtain on the credit score secrets that buyers and refinancers need to know. https://youtu.be/WTpgb2xOgFE When it comes to buying a home or refinancing your current mortgage, your credit score… Continue reading Credit Score Secrets: What Lenders Look For

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When Does Refinancing Make Sense?

Interest Rates, Debt Consolidation, and Home Upgrades Explained For many homeowners, refinancing can feel like a mystery. Is it just about getting a lower interest rate? Or can it actually help you tackle debt and fund home upgrades? The truth is, refinancing can be a powerful financial tool when used at the right time. In… Continue reading When Does Refinancing Make Sense?

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Why Your Pre-Approval Letter is Your Homebuying Superpower

When you think about buying a home, itโ€™s easy to get caught up in scrolling through listings, falling in love with kitchens, or picturing yourself in that perfect backyard. But before you even step inside an open house, thereโ€™s one tool that can make or break your homebuying journey: your pre-approval letter. https://youtube.com/shorts/wdFtUMJmgxg Think of… Continue reading Why Your Pre-Approval Letter is Your Homebuying Superpower

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Financing Your New Home Purchase โ€“ From Pre-Approval to Closing

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial moves youโ€™ll ever make and while touring houses and imagining your new space is exciting, the financing process is where the real magic (and sometimes stress) happens. If youโ€™re a first-time buyer, renter moving toward homeownership, or just need a refresher on how it all works,… Continue reading Financing Your New Home Purchase โ€“ From Pre-Approval to Closing

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How Student Loans Affect Your Homebuying Power (And What You Can Do About It)

If you're dreaming of owning a home but feel weighed down by student loan debt, you're not alone and you're definitely not out of the game. Many first-time homebuyers ask me the same question: "Can I buy a home even if I have student loans?" https://youtu.be/Yq7In3rHHCA The short answer is: Yes, you can.The long answer?… Continue reading How Student Loans Affect Your Homebuying Power (And What You Can Do About It)