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Bridging The Gap: How Can Down Payment Assistance Make Your Home Dreams A Reality?

Learn how down payment assistance programs can help make your home dreams a reality. Explore grants, forgivable loans, and low-interest options to buy a home.

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Employment Letter for Mortgage Approval

Learn what an employment letter for mortgage approval is, why lenders need it, and how to get one—expert guidance from Total Mortgage.

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How Are Mortgage Payments Calculated?

Understand how mortgage payments are calculated and what factors—like interest rate, loan term, taxes, and insurance—affect your monthly costs.

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Is it worth it to make double payments on my 30-year fixed-rate mortgage with an interest rate of 4.75 percent?

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The Pros and Cons of Down Payment Assistance

The Pros and Cons of Down Payment Assistance

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Demystifying Total Monthly Payment in Mortgages

Understand your Monthly Mortgage Payment better. Discover the components, calculation methods, and ways to manage it effectively in our comprehensive guide.

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With flood insurance costs spiking across the U.S., should homeowners consider waiving flood insurance?

With flood insurance costs spiking across the U.S., should homeowners consider waiving flood insurance?

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Forgivable Down Payment Assistance with Time To Own

Discover how the Connecticut Time to Own Loan offers forgivable down payment assistance. Learn about eligibility, benefits, and how to make homeownership more attainable in Connecticut.

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Conditional Approval: What You Should Know and How Long Does Conditional Approval Take

Conditional Approval: What You Should Know and How Long Does Conditional Approval Take

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Who Pays the Closing Costs in a Cash Sale?

Who Pays the Closing Costs in a Cash Sale?

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Closing Cost and Down Payment Assistance with MassDREAMS

Closing Cost and Down Payment Assistance with MassDREAMS

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What is a Down Payment and What Are Its Benefits?

What is a Down Payment and What Are Its Benefits?

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Getting Approved for a Mortgage: Mortgage Pre-Approval Checklist

Several items are necessary for mortgage approval, and these things often come into play during pre-approval. This article will help you understand the documents and proof that are critical to earning this confirmation as you seek financial help.

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5 Tricks You Can Use to Save on Closing Costs

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Trump Reverses Reduction in FHA Mortgage Insurance Costs

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5 Sure-fire Ways to Save on Closing Costs

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What’s the Price of Your Closing Costs?

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Flood Insurance 101

Discover the essentials of flood insurance with Total Mortgage's Flood Insurance 101 guide. Learn how to protect your home and finances from flood damage risks. Get informed today!

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