Financial Wellness

Down payment got you down? Is the thought of savings scary? Fear not! Here we’ve got everything you need to understand how to make sure your finances are in great shape to qualify for a home loan.

What Credit Qualifications Do Lenders Require?

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What Credit Qualifications Do Lenders...

Good credit is critical. See what lenders want and how to better manage debt.

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Hurdles to Homeownership: The Down Payment

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Hurdles to Homeownership: The Down...

There are many flexible options that can help you conquer the down payment.

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How Student Debt Impacts Your Chance at Buying a Home

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How Student Debt Impacts Your Chance...

Can you buy a home as soon as you graduate? We've got the answers to the test.

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The Annual Mortgage Review: Why You Need One

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The Annual Mortgage Review: Why You...

Your lender will see you now! Mortgage reviews are like a loan checkup.

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4 Unexpected Costs of Being an Accidental Landlord

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4 Unexpected Costs of Being an Accidental Landlord

Some of land-lording's expenses might surprise you.

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6 Ways To Lower Your Monthly Mortgage Payment

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6 Ways To Lower Your Monthly Mortgage...

From refinancing, to recasting, to renting out your home, you have options.

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Renovate Your Home With These Financing Options

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Renovate Your Home With These Financing...

You don't need a second mortgage or line of credit to fund your next project.

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How To Save Money: The Top 5 Ways

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How To Save Money: The Top 5 Ways...

Learn about the different ways to save your money to gain peace of mind!

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Money You Need Upfront to Purchase a Home

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Money You Need Upfront to Purchase...

Know the range of upfront costs before sending in the initial application.

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Why Mortgage Reserves Matter When Buying a Home

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Why Mortgage Reserves Matter When...

Contact your lender to see how much in reserves you'll need to set aside.

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The Tax Benefits of Homeownership

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The Tax Benefits of Homeownership...

Tax season. For some, that means anxiety. For others, hope for a tax refund.

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What’s a FICO Score? Your Credit Scoring Guide

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What’s a FICO Score? Your Credit...

Your all-in-one FICO scoring guide.

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