As a real estate agent, one of the most important things you can do to ensure success is to work with a good mortgage broker. A mortgage broker acts as a middleman between the buyer and the lender, helping the buyer to secure the best possible mortgage for their needs. This can be a valuable …
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A bond is a debt security, in which the issuer owes the holders a debt and is obligated to repay the principal and interest at a later date, known as the maturity date. The 10-year bond is a bond that matures in 10 years. Interest rates and bonds are closely related, and the relationship between …
The Average Home Price in America The average home price in America will likely surprise you. Prices have increased drastically over the last couple of years, with no slowing in sight. While the higher prices and interest rates seem to push buyers away, there are several ways to ensure you can still afford a home. …
First-Time Homebuyer Steps to Success Buying your first home is exciting but can be overwhelming. Not only must you find the right home, but you must secure financing too. However, getting your first mortgage doesn’t have to be stressful with the right steps. Here are the first-time homebuyer steps to success to make buying your …
How Much Down Payment do you Need to Purchase a Home? At Jonathan Torres and Torres Mortgage Team, we often get asked how much borrowers should put down on a home. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer, but borrowers should consider many factors when choosing their down payment. Keep reading to learn what you should consider …
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How do I Find the Best Interest Rate? The first thing most borrowers worry about when borrowing a mortgage is the interest rate. It’s what controls your mortgage payment besides the amortization term, so it makes sense that it’s an area of concern for most borrowers. But how do you get the best interest rate? …
Interest rates control your mortgage payment. The higher the rate, the more your mortgage payment costs monthly and over the en9re loan term. If you’ve watched the news lately, you’ve seen how vola9le rates have been over the last year. So what makes interest rates increase or decrease, and what can you do about it? …
Have you ever heard that a borrower has VA financing and turned them away? Unfortunately, it happens more o?en than most people think. However, VA financing is much more aBracCve than most people realize, and VA borrowers shouldn’t be turned away. VA loans help veterans who served our country secure financing. The loan is governmentbacked, …
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We’re in the final stretch of 2022, and the housing market is all over the place, but it remained a seller’s market despite what’s happening with interest rates and inventory. So what we should expect for 2023? It’s up in the air, of course, as we see what happens with inflaFon and the economy, but …
Buying a home is one of the best investments you can make. Even if you don’t have a largedown payment or perfect credit, there are ways to get approved for a mortgage and become ahomeowner. Unfortunately, many assume a mortgage is more expensive than rent and avoid buying a home.However, looking at the big picture, …
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