You may have seen mortgage tips posted throughout the forums or in the BiggerPockets Money Facebook Group, but rarely do you get preapproval tips straight from a lender themselves. As the housing market stays hot and interest rates continue to rise, it may seem harder and harder to get approved for the amount, or the interest rate, that you want. Now, instea ... Show More
Jan 2024
1194 - What Is a Mortgage Default? By Samantha Hawrylack
Borrowing a mortgage is a big responsibility. When you’re an investor, lenders take serious precautions to ensure you can afford it, but many borrowers still default.
A mortgage default can greatly hurt your credit and future chances of purchasing real estate, even for your own u ... Show More
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Sep 2023
1078 - How to Get a Preapproval Mortgage by Jacqueline DeMarco
When you’re in the market for a new property, one of the first things you’ll want to do is apply for a mortgage preapproval. This process can help you determine your budget, refine your house-hunting efforts, and give you an edge in a competitive market.
Let’s walk through the b ... Show More
13m 54s
Feb 2019
Get the Right Mortgage for you with Brian Faux + Ask Shannah
Shopping for a house is a lot of fun. Getting a mortgage is not. Until recently, getting a mortgage to buy a house has been a hassle, full of stress, paperwork, and a lot of money that trades hands. Thankfully, technology and some ingenuity are changing the game. Brian Faux from ... Show More
43m 19s
Jun 2022
621: Seeing Greene: Is Paying Off My Mortgage Early a Mistake?
Paying off your mortgage early—to some people, this sounds like a dream scenario. But to others, it could be a cash-tastrophe. We can already hear real estate investors yelling out “always use leverage”, “what about the low interest rates!?”, and “you can scale so much quicker!” ... Show More
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