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The Why’s and What’s of Buying Your First Home
Why Buy?
Owning a home is much smarter than renting. Some of those reasons give you fulfillment and independence, while others can help secure your future and put money back in your pocket.
Rent money is virtually wasted - no return on investment No landlord to answer to Homestead exemption, interest and other substantial tax write-offs You profit from home and property upgrades, improvements and increase in value, not your landlord An investment in your future Homeownership helps you qualify for other types of loans and lines of credit What to Do & Know?
With proper planning and information, buying a home can be one of your happiest and most enjoyable experiences. The main objective is to qualify for a loan. Once this happens, the rest is a walk in the park. Here are a few rules of thumb to consider when starting the process:
Know your budget-how much can you afford to spend each month. UAMC has customized calculating tools to help you crunch the numbers very accurately. Check your credit rating and work with a mortgage lender to determine the ideal score to qualify for a loan. A higher score can also mean a lower interest rate. Pick a ... more

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