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Cory Thompson September 27, 2023

Understanding Mortgage Amortizations and Why Longer Periods Can Cost More

Buying a home is one of the largest investments you will make in your life, and that’s why so many people have longer mortgage amortization periods to pay down the principal. While it may seem appealing to have a longer amortization period, here’s why an extended loan term can end up costing you more and may be less financially beneficial when it comes right down to it.

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

Cory Thompson September 15, 2023

Understanding the Differences Between ‘Prequalified’ And ‘Preapproved’ For a Mortgage

Are you in the market for a new home? If you are going to rely on mortgage financing to cover some of the purchase cost, you will need to start the application process as soon as possible. However, what if you just need to know how much you will be able to borrow so you can start finding homes in your price range?

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

Cory Thompson April 13, 2023

How to Run a Quick Financial Health Check Before You Apply for a Mortgage

Are you planning on using a mortgage to help cover the cost of a new home? If so, you will want to prepare your finances and figure out how you will manage all those wallet-draining monthly expenses. Let’s take a look at how to run a quick financial health check to ensure you are ready to apply for a mortgage.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage Tips, Real Estate

Cory Thompson March 24, 2023

3 Things That Will Absolutely Kill Your Chances for a Mortgage Approval

Avoid these three mortgage-killing habits while your lender evaluates your loan and you’ll quickly find yourself holding the keys to your new home.

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

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Cory Thompson

Cory Thompson


Mortgage Loan Originator
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