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Student Loan Debt and Buying a House
Crushing student loan debt is making it harder for some Americans to buy a house. With the cost of a college education growing much faster than average salaries and inflation rates, it's no wonder families are struggling to participate in the housing market as early as they'd like. Student loan debt is usually considered a good investment in the future -- but new data confirms it's one that can come at the expense of other important goals.
A study by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York shows...
Related topics : mortgage student loan debt / federal loan bank of new york
Getting Approved for a Home Loan With Bad Credit
In this episode of Ask Ilyce, a reader asks how they can get approved for a home loan with bad credit. Ilyce Glink explains the keys to getting approved for a mortgage when you have a low credit score and offer resources for people to build their credit and get that home loan.
Related topics : get a bad credit home loan / mortgage bad credit loan / low credit score loans / bad credit loans
How Credit Scores Impact Mortgage Applications:
How do credit scores impact mortgage applications? Credit scores measure debt and your ability to pay back loans Especially today, your credit score will determine your mortgage and interest rate. What credit score should you have and how can you improve your credit score and get the best interest rate for your mortgage? Watch this Expert Real Estate Tips segment for information on credit scores, mortgage applications, and how to improve your credit score and credit history.
Related topics : credit loan mortgage score / loan to pay credit debt
Home Mortgage: The Balloon Loan
A home mortgage with one larger payment at some point is called a balloon loan. This type of mortgage is usually on a second mortgage. With these mortgage loans, most people will sell or refinance before the balloon payment is due. Watch this Expert Real Estate Tips video about these special mortgages and find out if a balloon loan is right for you.
Related topics : refinance home loan mortgage
Buy, Close, Move IN!: Buying a Foreclosed Home
Buy, Close, Move IN!: Buying a Foreclosed Home
Ilyce Glink's new book, "Buy, Close, Move IN!" helps real estate buyers and real estate investors successfully navigate the world of real estate and mortgage financing.
Related topics : foreclosed homes buy / new homes buy / real estate homes
Four Ways to Build Equity in Your New Home
Buying a house and building home equity isn’t as easy as you may think. I have four tips that will be useful during the home buying process, after you’ve bought your home, and even when you decide to sell.
Related topics : new homes buying process / new home equity / new homes buy
Mortgage Loan Application Documents: What You Should Know
Intimidated by the loan application documents for your mortgage loan? Understand the mortgage loan and document process, ask questions of your lender and read your mortgage loan documents carefully. Learn more about the mortgage loan application process in this Expert Real Estate Tips segment on mortgage loan application documents.
Related topics : mortgage loan process / loan application process
Buying a New or Used Home
When you're in the market to buy a home you should ask yourself if you want a new or existing home. If you want to buy a new home make sure to research the developer. If you're buying an existing home you may face renovation costs.
Related topics : new homes buy
Home Selling Tips - Staging Your Home For Sale
Staging your home for sale is one of the top things you can do to sell your home faster and for more money. You want your house to appear open and inviting, and you don't want your personal items distracting the buyer from the features of your house. Stage your home for sale by decluttering your house, de-personalize your rooms and decorate your home with accessories and furniture. Staging your house for sale is a great home selling tips to get the best price for your house.
Related topics : housing homes for sale / selling homes
What Credit Score is Needed to Buy a Home
Knowing what credit score is needed to buy a new home is crucial. The higher your credit score is, the lower your interest rate will be. Find out more about what credit score you'll need to obtain a mortgage and buy a house on today's Real Estate Minute with Ilyce Glink.
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