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Delinquent Mortgage in Probate

Mark CappelMay 8, 2024

Get help with a delinquent mortgage in probate. See what options are available to you at Bills.com. Find. Learn. Save.

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Consolidate All Debt

Mark CappelMay 8, 2024

Get more information on consolidating different debts such as vehicles and personal loans.

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5/1 ARM interest only mortgage

Mark CappelMay 8, 2024

Learn what a 5/1 ARM interest only mortgage is and how it works. Get the information you need at Bills.com.

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Bi-Monthly Mortgage

Mark CappelMay 8, 2024

If you are looking at paying your mortgage bi-monthly -- let Bills.com give you the advice on Bi-Monthly Mortgage payment to save.

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Pay Option Arm

Mark CappelMay 8, 2024

Let Bills.com help you find the best Option ARM for your Refinance needs so that you can get a low payment and save.

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Pick a Pay Mortgage Advice

Mark CappelMay 8, 2024

If you have a pick a pay mortgage and want to know if you are building equity, let Bills.com answer your questions so that you can SAVE!

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Best Mortgage Companies

Mark CappelMay 8, 2024

Let Bills.com help you find the best mortgage companies for YOU!

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Combining mortgages

Mark CappelMay 8, 2024

Learn about combining mortgages and if can do it if you have two homes.

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Debt to Income Ratio

Mark CappelMay 8, 2024

Debt to Income | Debt to Income Ratio and be the difference between getting a loan or getting declined. If you get your loan, a high DTI could guarantee high...

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What is DTI

Mark CappelMay 8, 2024

What is DTI? Find out what DTI (debt to income) is and what your DTI ratio determines when it comes to qualifying for a mortgage

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Trends in Mortgage Credit Scores

Betsalel CohenMay 7, 2024

The Great Recession of 2008 virtually put an end to the subprime mortgage market. What are the credit score trends for mortgages? Are mortgages available for..

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Minimum Credit Score Mortgage

Betsalel CohenMay 7, 2024

Mortgage programs have different minimum credit score requirements. However, lenders often have stricter rules. It is important to match your credit....

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Mortgage Tips - Getting an Affordable Mortgage

Betsalel CohenMay 7, 2024

Get mortgage tips about finding an affordable mortgage. You need to go over your budget, make sure that you can afford the house and mortgage, and then show...

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Self-Employed and Getting a Mortgage

Betsalel CohenMay 7, 2024

Self-employed borrowers have a harder time getting a mortgage. A self-employed mortgage applicant needs to show proof of their steady, recurring income and...

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HMDA Map & Your Next Mortgage

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

The CFPB's HMDA map can help you better understand the mortgage and refinance market and trends in your county. Learn what lenders seek in loan applications...

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Can I Afford This Mortgage?

Betsalel CohenMay 7, 2024

Whether you are refinancing or buying a home you will ask yourself if you can afford the mortgage. Learn to prepare and evaluate if you can afford the...

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Appraisal

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

Much rides on an appraisal. A low appraisal can scuttle a deal, but there are steps you can take if the appraiser sets the value too low...

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Fannie Mae Mortgage Release

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

Fannie Mae's mortgage release program gives distressed homeowners the option to live in their homes for 3 months free, or lease the home. There is a catch...

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Mortgage Fraud | Homeowners and Homebuyers Beware

Betsalel CohenMay 7, 2024

Mortgage Fraud | Both homeowners and homebuyers are targeted by mortgage fraud. Beware of upfront fees, undeclared money, false declarations. Learn how...

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Conforming Loan Limits

Betsalel CohenMay 7, 2024

Conforming Loan Limits | Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's basic conforming (and high area) loan limits remained the same for 2013. Learn about your options to...

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CFPB | New Rules for High Cost Mortgage Loans

Betsalel CohenMay 7, 2024

CFPB and High Cost Mortgage Loans | The CFPB proposed a rule to include HOEPA protections and disclosure to purchase mortgage loans. By learning how to...

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Loans in a Hot Housing Market

Daniel CohenMay 7, 2024

Getting a Mortgage in a Hot Housing Market | Be a well-prepared borrower, if you're looking to buy a home or refinance in a hot housing market. Be sure...

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Qualified Mortgage Rule and Ability to Pay Rule

Betsalel CohenMay 7, 2024

Qualified Mortgage Rule | The QMR and the ability to pay rule are technical mortgage lending issues. However, many borrowers will be affected when...

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Paying Off Your Mortgage Faster

Daniel CohenMay 7, 2024

Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster | Paying down your mortgage balance is an important step in reducing your overall debt. You can pay it off faster when...

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Conforming Loan

Bills.com TeamMay 7, 2024

Conforming loan limit for a one-unit residence in 2012 is $417,000 for most of the US. You must know the limits in your area because...

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7 Year ARM Loan

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

Learn what a 7 Year ARM Loan is and how it compares to a 30 Year Fixed Loan. Get the information you need from Bills.com.

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Lease to Own.

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

Looking for help with a lease to own transaction? Let bills.com answer your lease to own questions.

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Biweekly Mortgage

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

Bi-weekly mortgage payment | Examine whether you can save money by making a bi-weekly mortgage payment.

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Mortgage Insurance Rates

Daniel CohenMay 7, 2024

Learn what factors can affect your mortgage insurance rates and if you credit score comes into play.

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Bad Credit Mortgage Advice

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

How, with bad credit, do I work toward securing a mortgage?

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Secured loans on home

Bills.com TeamMay 7, 2024

Learn about secured loans on homes and whether or not you can sell a home with a secured loan attached. Get the answer from the Bills.com Blog.

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Get a mortgage with bad credit

Bills.com TeamMay 7, 2024

Learn hot to get a mortgage with bad credit and what you need to do. Information from the Bills.com blog.

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Consolidating Debt and Qualifying For A Mortgage

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

If I consolidate my debt with a loan will this hurt my ability to get a mortgage?

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Bi-Weekly and Bi-Monthly Mortgage Payment

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

How do I know if a lender will allow me to do a bi-monthly mortgage?

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Why is Wells Fargo Ordering an Appraisal on My Property?

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

Why is my bank ordering an appraisal on my property?

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Mortgage With Bad Credit

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

You may find a bank to issue an assumable mortgage, although this is unlikely. If the purchaser is your parent, and subsequently dies, the mortgage would be due

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Chase Bank Contact Information

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

I need to speak with someone regarding my Chase mortgage can you help me?

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House Value

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

House Value | A lender will use an appraisal report of an automated home valuation program. The tax assessment value is not reliable, so use a...

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Qualify Mortgage

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

Qualify Mortgage | To qualify for a mortgage, you need to meet a lender's basic requirement for credit score, debt-to-income ratio, loan-to-value and...

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House Divorce

Mark CappelMay 7, 2024

This is one area in life where shopping is indeed the solution to your problem. Some lenders have higher closing costs on mortgage refinances than others.

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Tax Deductions and Mortgages

Betsalel CohenApril 29, 2024

Mortgage Tax Deduction | Romney introduced the idea of limiting mortgage interest tax deduction. Learn about the types of mortgage tax deductions you can...

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Gifting Money for Downpayment

Betsalel CohenApril 29, 2024

Gifting Money for Mortgage | It is possible to gift money without paying taxes. The receiver can use the gift funds toward a downpayment. Consult with a...

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Mortgage Disclosure | The CFPB Loan Estimate Form

Betsalel CohenApril 29, 2024

Mortgage Disclosure - Taking a Loan | The new proposed CFPB Loan Estimate Form aims to bring you clear information. After making an application compare...

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Annual Percentage Rate for Mortgage

Betsalel CohenApril 29, 2024

APR Mortgage | Using the Annual Percentage Rate for your mortgage can be helpful in comparing offers, but has many limitations. Be sure to include all fees...

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Understanding LTV & Your Mortgage

Betsalel CohenApril 29, 2024

LTV: Loan to Value | Mortgage lenders look at your loan balance and the value of your house to determine your LTV. Learn how to calculate LTV and the impact...

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Second Mortgage Lender | Shop Around

Betsalel CohenApril 29, 2024

Second Mortgage Lender | Shop for a second mortgage by comparing your current lender, big banks, credit unions, and online sites. Make sure that you know...

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Mortgage Basics | Downpayment, Equity and LTV

Betsalel CohenApril 29, 2024

Mortgage Basics - Down-payment, Equity, and LTV | Learn about mortgage terms relating to your property's value and how it affects your mortgage loan. It is...

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Mortgage Basics: Creditworthiness

Betsalel CohenApril 29, 2024

Mortgage Basics - Creditworthiness | Learn more about mortgage basics. Lenders evaluate both your willingness to pay an ability to pay. Learn more about..

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Understanding the Basic Terms of a Mortgage Loan

Betsalel CohenApril 29, 2024

Mortgage Basics - Understanding Mortgage Terms | The first in a series of 3 articles about mortgage basics explains key mortgage terms including payment...

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Freddie Mac Overview

Betsalel CohenApril 29, 2024

Freddie Mac | Freddie Mac helps to make money available in the mortgage market, which means lower interest rates for you. Learn about Freddie Mac programs....

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