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Guide to Closing Costs in Montana
Are you a homebuyer about to close on a home in the Treasure State? Here’s what you need to know about closing costs in Montana.
Guide to Closing Costs in Nebraska
While you may be saving for a down payment to buy your dream home in Nebraska, make sure you have the cash for closing costs.
2021 Guide to Closing Costs in Missouri
Missouri has the lowest closing costs in the country, but that doesn’t mean buyers shouldn’t do their research. Here’s everything you need to know.
2021 Guide to Closing Costs in Louisiana
If you’re a homebuyer moving to Louisiana, here’s how much you should be saving up for closing costs in the Pelican State.
Closing Costs in Delaware
If you’re a homebuyer planting roots in Delaware, make sure you’re saving up not just for a down payment for your new home, but for closing costs, too. Here’s how much closing costs may cost homebuyers in The First State.
How to Calculate Your Mortgage Payment
Before you start shopping for homes, it’s best to know how much home you can afford. NewHomeSource outlines what you need to know to calculate a mortgage and to help determine how much loan you may qualify for.
How Much Mortgage Can I Afford?
Find out how you determine how much mortgage you can afford for your first home.
How Much Do You Need for a Down Payment on a House?
How much of a down payment do you really need to buy a house? While the answer is situational, the typical range for a new home down payment is 3.5 percent to 20 percent.
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New Home Construction: Loans and Financing
Financing a new home can seem confusing. NewHomeSource has your guide to financing your home, from how to choose a lender, the types of available loans, to figuring out credit scores.
Obtaining a Mortgage: How to Plan and What to Expect
Homeownership is a real possibility if you do a little research and prepare your credit for the rigorous mortgage application process.
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Your Credit Report: A Vital Step in Obtaining a Mortgage
A key to successfully navigating the mortgage application process is to check your credit report to ensure it’s accurate. If it isn’t, you can take action to get it corrected.
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What Should You Put On Your Mortgage?
In the process of buying your new home, have you considered purchasing some items, such as appliances, to save money on your mortgage? It might be time to reconsider that idea.
The Mortgage Process: A Step-by-Step Look and Checklist
Here is a step by step look at the mortgage process, a full guide to securing financing for your new construction home.
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Home Shopping? Get Preapproved First
Getting pre-approved for a home loan is preferred over a pre-qualified. Why? Because pre-approval puts you one step closer to purchasing the home of your dreams.
How to Repair Your Credit So You Can Get a Mortgage
Building or repairing your credit score means learning to use credit cards responsibly. An improved credit score means better rates on mortgages.
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Prequalified vs. Preapproved: What Is the Difference and Why It Matters
A prequalification is a good start to the home loan process, but being preapproved means you’re almost home — literally. Getting preapproved means greater security and purchasing power for your home search.
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What is Trended Credit Data?
The use of trended credit data may mean a new home for those on the cusp of home lending credit standards.
Buying and Selling at the Same Time? How a Bridge Loan Can Help
Buying and selling a home simultaneously can be financially stressful, but bridge loans offer a potential solution. NewHomeSource looks at how bridge loans can help you get out of one home and into the next more easily.
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How Credit Scores are Tabulated – And What That Means for Homebuyers
NewHomeSource shows you how your credit score gets calculated, so you can get it ready before you apply for the mortgage for your new home.
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Why, How and When to Check Your Credit Report
Check your credit score before you start applying for home financing. It isn’t scary, you can check your credit score easily and for free.
Your Credit Score: How to Manage It (Or Repair If Necessary)
Your credit score plays a major role in the home financing process. NewHomeSource has tips on managing and repairing your credit score before your apply for a mortgage.
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My Credit Isn’t the Best, Can I Still Purchase a New Condo?
You want to buy a new condo, but you’re worried your poor credit rating will stand in the way. But you do have options available to help get you into that new condo.
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Avoid These Common Mortgage Pitfalls
Secure the mortgage for your new home by avoiding common financing pitfalls that involve major changes in your personal finances.
Boost Your Credit Score To Land the Home of Your Dreams
Your credit score is the most important factor in getting favorable mortgage terms. New Home Source shares 6 tips for boosting your credit score and getting you into the home of your dreams!
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8 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score
Ready to buy a new home but not sure about your credit situation? We’re sharing 8 ways you can boost your credit score before applying for that home loan.
Three Little Numbers: Understanding Your Credit Score & Why It Matters
Your credit score determines whether you can obtain that new home mortgage, how much you can borrow, and what interest rate you’ll pay. Here’s what you need to know to obtain, manage and even improve your credit score.
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