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Understanding the mortgage underwriting process
Many lenders closely follow underwriting guidelines issued by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the two government-sponsored ...
Cash-out refinance vs. home equity loans: Which is best in today's market?
Compare two options for accessing the cash in your home — cash-out refinancing or home equity loans — to pay for renovations, ...
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How to get a mortgage when you’re self-employed
It’s possible to get approved for a home loan as a self-employed borrower, but you often have to take a few extra steps to ...
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First Homes and Weddings Have Never Been More Expensive — Here’s How to Afford Both
You may be much closer to affording a home than you think. Conventional loans — the most common mortgage — have a minimum down payment requirement of just 3% for first-time homebuyers. For a home that ...