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<\/a><\/p>\nThe world of mortgage financing can be a little overwhelming for first-time home buyers. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The good news is that there are professionals to guide you through the process of qualifying for a home loan. Lenders are happy to educate buyers on the different mortgage options. You just need to know a few basics so you can have a productive conversation with your lender. \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Here are finance basics for first-time buyers:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n What\u2019s included in my mortgage payment?<\/b><\/p>\n Your mortgage payment is more than just payments to repay the loan (that amount is called principal). Your mortgage payment also includes:<\/span><\/p>\n Lenders usually wrap all these expenses into one simple mortgage payment. It makes your life easier, and it assures the lender that your taxes and insurance are kept current. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n How do I qualify for a home loan?<\/b><\/p>\n Qualifying for a home loan might be easier than you think. You just need to prove to your lender that you\u2019re able to repay the loan. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Requirements vary slightly from one lender to the next, but here are the general home loan requirements:<\/span><\/p>\n To meet these requirements, you\u2019ll need to provide financial documents like pay stubs, bank statements and tax returns.<\/span><\/p>\n Do I need to be pre-approved before starting my home search?<\/b><\/p>\n Sorting out your financing is actually step one in the house hunting process. There\u2019s no point in spending weeks or months searching for a home if you don\u2019t qualify for a mortgage loan. Getting pre-approved for a mortgage helps you understand how much of a loan you can qualify for so you know what price ranges to explore. <\/span><\/p>\n Plus, when you\u2019re ready to make an offer on a home, your offer will be stronger if you\u2019re pre-approved. The sellers will be able to accept your offer, knowing that you\u2019ll be able to secure financing to close the deal.<\/span><\/p>\n It only takes minutes to get pre-approved online, and it will help your house hunting process go more smoothly.<\/span><\/p>\n What is the importance of interest rates?<\/b><\/p>\n Interest rates have an enormous impact on your mortgage loan. Lower interest rates mean your monthly payment will be lower, and you\u2019ll pay less over the term of the loan.<\/span><\/p>\n Here\u2019s how to get a low interest rate:<\/span><\/p>\n Financing your home doesn\u2019t have to be difficult. Lenders are happy to explain the different finance options available to fir<\/span>st-time buyers. So don\u2019t hesitate to reach out to a lender and start the conversation today.<\/span><\/p>\n This post is intended for informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. This post was written by Michelle Clardie.\u00a0Michelle is a professional real estate blogger, specializing in ghostwriting Realtor\u00ae blogs. Her engaging content helps real estate agents become more visible online, generate more qualified leads, and increase their revenues. You can learn more at\u00a0www.michelleclardie.com.<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The world of mortgage financing can be a little overwhelming for first-time home buyers. \u00a0 The good news is that there are professionals to guide you through the process of qualifying for a home loan. Lenders are happy to educate buyers on the different mortgage options. You just need to know a few basics … Continue reading Financing Basics for First-Time Home Buyers<\/span> \n
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