7 Items to Bring to Your Mortgage Pre-Approval Meeting
You might have a meeting set up with a lender to get pre-approved. But you’re not sure what to bring. Maybe nothing. But here's what to bring, just in case.
April 8, 2024 6 min read
How to Use a HELOC to Start a Property Flipping Business
A home equity line of credit could be the perfect tool for serial flippers. Borrow, pay off, and re-borrow as much as you'd like.
April 6, 2024 9 min read
How Early Is Too Early To Get Pre-Approved?
Can anything "bad" happen if you get pre-approved a year, two years, or three years before you plan to buy? When to get pre-approved.
April 5, 2024 5 min read
Does Getting Pre-Approved Hurt Your Credit?
Many first-time buyers hesitate to get pre-approved because it could hurt their credit. But now it's possible to get pre-approved without a hard credit inquiry.
April 4, 2024 4 min read
Why Your Home Loan Pre-Approval is Low and How to Increase It
Many homebuyers are surprised they can't be approved for more home. Here's what's going on and how to improve your buying prospects.
April 4, 2024 9 min read
Why Your Agent is Pushing You to Use Their Lender
Your real estate agent's preferred lender: Should you consider using them?
April 3, 2024 5 min read
How to Get a HELOC on an Investment Property
Getting a HELOC on an investment property isn’t as easy as with your primary residence. How to find lenders.
April 2, 2024 8 min read
Can You Use Down Payment Assistance on a USDA Home Loan?
USDA loans are zero-down mortgages. Can you still use a down payment assistance program?
April 2, 2024 4 min read