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Breaking Down Your Mortgage Payments

Four things make up your mortgage payments. Often known as the PITI: Principal Interest Taxes ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Your Guide to Mortgage Paperwork

Tracking all the paperwork you need to process your loan can be a headache. Your ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Understanding Mortgage Penalties

Lenders can charge penalties for both paying late and paying early. Late payment penalty – ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Points, APRs, and Other Homebuyer Fees

What are points? Points are fees your lender charges, usually 1 or 2 percent of ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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What Is an Escrow Account?

You’re going to hear the word “escrow” a lot when you’re buying a home, whether ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Choose the Right Mortgage Type for You

Once you’re pre-approved, you can take a deeper dive into exactly what type of mortgage ...

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May 20, 2016

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Who’s Who in Getting a Mortgage

To better understand how mortgages work, learn the players involved in securing a mortgage at ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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The Low Down on Down Payments

Determine Your Down Payment Don’t make the mistake of looking at all your assets and ...

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May 20, 2016

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What Happens When Your Loan Is Sold?

Once you close on the home, it’s common for your loan to be sold. Don’t ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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If You’re Rejected for a Mortgage

If you’re application is rejected, don’t panic. There are many reasons you get rejected for ...

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May 20, 2016

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Don’t Fear the Dual Agency

Dual agencies leave a lot of gray areas when it comes to loyalty, so many ...

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May 20, 2016

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What Are FSBOs?

When a property is For Sale by Owner (FSBO), it is being listed without the ...

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May 20, 2016

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Insider Home Search Tips

Cast a wide net, then narrow it down – Start with a broad pool, open ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Property Tour Etiquette

When you’re touring homes, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of potentially ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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Choosing an Agent

You don’t need to choose an agent right away, but the sooner you find an ...

By Movoto Editorial Team

May 20, 2016

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