Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate | Financing

How-to’s: Understanding Your Credit Scores

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:13:50 Z

When you apply for a mortgage loan, one of the first things your lender will do is check your credit history

Private Mortgage Insurance

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:16:11 Z

Find out about Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) and how it compares to other loan insurance programs such as FHA loans.

Purchase Checklist

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 22:36:51 Z

Purchase Checklist We prepared this list to help make you comfortable with the home buying process. After all, this is an exciting time in your life, and we want to help you enjoy

The Right Mortgage

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 22:26:04 Z

If you're considering buying a home, securing a mortgage loan is a key part of the process. However, you’re probably wondering how do I find the best mortgage loan for my financial needs? Generally speaking, there

Your Credit

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 19:41:46 Z

Your credit is one of the first things that lenders examine when considering you for a loan. Making payments on time is the most important way to establish good credit. A pattern or history of frequent late payments can lead to a poor credit score that could negatively affect your ability to be approved for future loans, or result in a loan offer at a higher interest rate.

The Loan Process

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:20:45 Z

First, you need to prequalify for the loan with your financial institution. This involves answering a few simple questions, which in turn begin the application process. The type of home, approximate cost of the home, how much

Finance FAQ

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:19:46 Z

Below are some of the basic questions that are posed by homebuyers who are new to the process What is a mortgage? A mortgage is a loan used to buy a home, with the