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Mortgage Advisors

Not sure what a Mortgage Advisor is? You’ve come to the right place. Learn how Mortgage Advisors can help new and experienced homebuyers navigate the loan financing process in addition to other types of fees that can impact the overall affordability of the home.

Why You Should Do an Annual Mortgage Checkup

Why You Should Do an Annual Mortgage Checkup

If you aren’t happy with the conditions of your mortgage loan, you may be able to refinance or renegotiate your loan terms. Consider an annual mortgage checkup with your mortgage a...

Can a Mortgage Advisor Help Me After My Loan Has Been Approved?

Can a Mortgage Advisor Help Me After My Loan Has Been Approved?

Your mortgage advisor has several roles during the homebuying process. Here's a rundown of how they can represent you and guide you from loan application through closing.

A Deep Dive Into Mortgage Closing Costs

A Deep Dive Into Mortgage Closing Costs

The cost of homeownership is typically more than the sale price of the home. Here's a look at additional expenses you can expect to see during the closing process.

Why You Should Do an Annual Mortgage Checkup

If you aren’t happy with the conditions of your mortgage loan, you may be able to refinance or renegotiate your loan terms. Consider an annual mortgage checkup with your mortgage advisor.

Can a Mortgage Advisor Help Me After My Loan Has Been Approved?

Your mortgage advisor has several roles during the homebuying process. Here's a rundown of how they can represent you and guide you from loan application through closing.

A Deep Dive Into Mortgage Closing Costs

The cost of homeownership is typically more than the sale price of the home. Here's a look at additional expenses you can expect to see during the closing process.

The Role of the Attorney Review in Home Buying

The homebuying process can involve a lot of people: the buyer, the seller, real estate agents, the inspector, the title company, and sometimes, an attorney. Learn how the attorney review process can impact your homebuying experience.

What Is an Earnest Money Deposit in Real Estate?

In order to lock in your home purchase agreement, you will have to put down some cash up front; here’s a look at how earnest money works and how much of it you may have to shell out.

What to Look for in a Mortgage Advisor

Make informed decisions in your home buying process. Learn about the vital role of a mortgage advisor, key selection criteria, and how they can simplify your mortgage application for a successful home purchase.

Making the Decision to Work with a Mortgage Consultant

Learn about mortgage consultants and decide if obtaining one is the right decision for you.

Is now the right time to refinance my mortgage?

Is now the right time to refinance? Here’s our framework for thinking through this important decision.

Dear Mortgage Industry: We Need to Talk About Race

An editorial in The New York Times last month highlighted a recent study by the Center for Investigative Reporting. The report found that African-Americans and Latinos were more likely to be denied conventional mortgages than whites, even when income, loan size, and other factors were considered.

Questions to ask a realtor before hiring one

Wondering what questions to ask a realtor? Here’s our pro advice. Click here to read now!


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