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The Process of Buying Your First Home
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The Process of Buying Your First Home

To get the best possible experience when buying your first home it is important to understand the steps involved so you are prepared.

Scott Fitzpatrick
Should I Payoff My Mortgage Early
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Should I Payoff My Mortgage Early

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Why Do Closing Costs Vary with Different Lenders?
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Why Do Closing Costs Vary with Different Lenders?

Various mortgage lenders you are deiding to use will have varying closing costs just like two retail stores in your neghborhood.

Ashley Martin
Orange County FHA Loan Limits Increased for 2022
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Orange County FHA Loan Limits Increased for 2022

With home prices rising in Orange County in 2019, FHA announced an increased loan limit for 2020 to help homebuyers afford the higher cost of homeownership.

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Things that Loan Officers Look for When Pre-qualifying You
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Things that Loan Officers Look for When Pre-qualifying You

Here are the initial things that your loan originator will look for when you inquire about obtaining financing for a home purchase or refinance.

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8 Mortgage Refinance Myths
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8 Mortgage Refinance Myths

False reasons to not refinance could be costing homeowners tens of thousands in potential savings.Review the facts versus myths why a refinance may benefit you.

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One Mistake Could Drop Your Credit Score 100 Points
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One Mistake Could Drop Your Credit Score 100 Points

It is true you can improve your credit score by closing accounts but don't make this common mistake in the process. If you do it may affect your interest rate or closing costs.

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Undecided about Whether to Refinance your Home?
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Undecided about Whether to Refinance your Home?

The best time to refinance can become more clear with a refinance calculator or the help of a loan originator to show you options.you have.

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Mistakes Before Applying for a Home Loan
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Mistakes Before Applying for a Home Loan

Are you aware of the mistkes so many home buyers make.before getting a mortgage? These mistakes we cover can be avoided.

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Best Tips for Getting a Mortgage on a Second Home in California
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Best Tips for Getting a Mortgage on a Second Home in California

A mortgage on a second home can be quite simple if you're organized and have very good crdit and can provide income verification..

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Home Price Trends in Laguna Niguel
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Home Price Trends in Laguna Niguel

Looking to buy a home in Laguna Niguel. We briefly summarize a couple great communities within this beachside town.

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12 Things You May Not Know About Irvine, California
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12 Things You May Not Know About Irvine, California

Learn some of the great features the city of Irvine offers its residents and visitors and why it consistently ranks as a top city to enjoy life.

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