Get Your Mortgage Pre-Approved Getting your mortgage pre-approved will let you know what kind of house you can afford. It will make the search for your home easier and less time-consuming. To get your mortgage pre-approved, you will need:
Your personal information, including identification such as your driver's license Details on your job and proof of your salary Information about your bank accounts, financial (0 comments)
first time home buyers tips: How Much will my home really cost?
- 07/13/09 01:45 PM
For first-time home buyers, all the fees and extra costs beyond what they are paying for their new house may come as a shock. So it's best to know about them upfront to avoid being caught off guard. One of the most common questions asked is, "Do I pay the Realtor?" And the answer to that one is "No." The seller pays this cost, and it's typically a percentage of the selling price. However, the following are the responsibility of the buyer: Appraisal Fee. An appraisal is an estimate of the value of the home. Your bank or credit union may (0 comments)