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Cory Thompson March 3, 2016

The FHA Mortgage Minimum Credit Score Has Been Reduced. Here’s What You Need to Know…

If you haven’t heard about the changes to the Federal Housing Administration’s (FHA) credit score minimum, here’s some information on the recent reduction and how it may impact your home purchase.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage Preapprovals and Credit, Mortgages

Cory Thompson March 2, 2016

4 Facts You Need to Know Before Setting Up a Mortgage Escrow Account

Buying a home involves a variety of nuances and strange-sounding terms, and one of the least understood aspects of the home buying process is the escrow account. Essentially, an escrow account is a third party bank account your lender can require you to pay into in order to cover certain costs related to your home. Your lender uses an escrow account to ensure that property taxes and home insurance fees get paid on time.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Escrow Account Information, Home Buyer Tips, Home Mortgage Tips

Cory Thompson March 1, 2016

If There’s One Mistake That You Make With Your Mortgage…Don’t Make This One

There is so much to know when it comes to home ownership that even wading into all of the information can seem overwhelming. Here are a few ways that you can ensure you’re ready for what a mortgage entails so that buying your dream home will be a positive experience you won’t regret.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgages

Cory Thompson February 23, 2016

How to Calculate Your True Cost of Living and Determine How Much Mortgage You Can Afford

If you’re in the market for a house and are wondering how your income will stack up against the rest of your expenses, here’s how to determine a home cost that’s reasonable for you.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Down Payments, Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgages

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Cory Thompson

Cory Thompson


Mortgage Loan Originator
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