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Michael Bock December 12, 2023

Pre-approval vs. Pre-qualification

Pre-qualification and pre-approval are two terms commonly used in the context of obtaining a mortgage or other types of loans. While they may sound similar, they have different meanings.

Filed Under: Home Mortgages Tagged With: Mortgage, Pre Approval, Pre-qualification

Michael Bock December 11, 2023

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 11, 2023

This will be another light week before the next large releases of the CPI and PPI data. The overall unemployment numbers have been trending lower which will likely leave the Federal Reserve board in a state of suspension. They have made many assertive statements they do not intend to cut rates soon, but the signs of a soft landing for the economy are numerous, leading to much speculation about impending rate cuts. As a general indicator, lending partners have seen a near 6 week-to-week decline in lending rates. The largest data releases this week are the U.S. Unemployment Reports and Non-Farm Payroll data releases.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

Michael Bock December 8, 2023

Understanding the Jumbo Mortgage and Why Refinancing is Different

So what exactly is a jumbo mortgage? How is it different from a standard mortgage, and what does that mean for your refinancing options? Here’s what you need to know.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage Refinancing, Mortgages

Michael Bock December 7, 2023

How Do Mortgage Points Cut Your Interest Costs?

Those who are involved in the real estate industry likely know that mortgage rates are at an all-time low. At the same time, nobody wants to pay more for a house than they have to. Some of the most important factors that dictate how much someone is going to pay for a house include points and interest rates.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Financing Options, Interest Rates, Mortgage

Michael Bock December 6, 2023

You Ask, We Answer: What Are the Pros and Cons of Private Mortgage Insurance?

It’s easy to get Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) confused with homeowners’ insurance, but PMI is an entirely different thing that may or may not be necessary when it comes to your home purchase. If you’re going to be investing in a home in the near future and are wondering what PMI may mean for you, here are some things to consider regarding this type of insurance.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage, Mortgage Insurance

Michael Bock December 5, 2023

The Required Steps For A Smooth Mortgage Refinance Process

There are lots of people who have heard that one of the top ways to ensure the best mortgage rate possible is to refinance. At the same time, it is critical to make sure that this process is planned out accordingly.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Tips, Refinancing

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