Beyond going directly to a lender or using a local mortgage broker, in recent years there has arisen a third option for those seeking a mortgage loan: online or computer-driven mortgage services. One of the principal providers in the industry is Quicken Loans. But newer is not always better. While there are advantages for certain […]
Read MoreIn several articles on this site, we have made the point that mortgage brokers do a great deal for their clients in terms of making the complicated process of securing a mortgage loan much easier. But is there a financial benefit to choosing a mortgage broker over going directly to a lender? In short, the […]
Read MoreChoosing a mortgage will, in the majority of cases, be the most significant financial decision a person will make in their lifetime. The mortgage broker you choose will play a vital role in ensuring that you get the best deal available for your situation. That is why you must choose your mortgage broker wisely. A […]
Read MoreWhen we live paycheck-to-paycheck like so many Americans do, we can lose a long-term perspective on our financial decisions. But since a mortgage is definitely a long-term commitment, those who have one ought to consider how their monthly contributions will pay off years down the road. Obviously paying too little is something that is frowned […]
Read MoreTaking out a mortgage is one of the most exciting and daunting financial transactions that anyone will make during their life. There is the excitement of buying your new home, mixed with the relatively large commitment you are making in terms of monthly repayments. It is critical that anyone applying for a mortgage should understand […]
Read MoreTaking out a mortgage is the biggest financial decision most people will make in their lifetime. Yet because of the excitement of the home buying process, many people fail to fully comprehend what is happening as they are taking out a mortgage. This may be true particularly when homebuyers work with large, national mortgage brokers, […]
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