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Article Archives - Future Homeowners
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3 Options for Upside-Down Mortgages in the MilitaryFrequent relocation can make life challenging for military homeowners who are underwater. But homeowners have some options considering mortgages -
How Your Neighbor's Foreclosure Hurts YouForeclosure rates are still high, and some don't know they have foreclosed homes in their neighborhood. How do foreclosures affect prices of homes nearby? -
Saddled With Student Loan Debt? There’s Still Hope For HomebuyingVeteran home buyers with student debt can still obtain a VA home loan. Generally VA lenders look for a debt-to-income (DTI) ratio of 41 percent or less. -
Save Money By Knowing the Difference Between APR and Interest RateWhat is APR? If you're shopping for a mortgage, knowing the difference between APR and interest rate can save you thousands over the life of a loan.
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My Bank Statement Can Kill My VA Loan?Bank statements are a window into your spending habits and ability to make sound financial choices. Read about these 4 items to avoid on your statement.
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5 Tips to Avoid Being House PoorThere's a difference between qualifying for a mortgage and being able to afford it. Check out these tips and know what to do to avoid being house poor.
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Avoid Sticker Shock: 4 Hidden Costs of Home BuyingBe careful before you sign on the dotted line: there's a handful of hidden costs that come into play when you buy a home. Can you avoid them to save money?
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What Keeps Returning Service Members from Buying Homes?In a recent survey, buying a home was cited as the most important thing to returning service members. Yet fewer than 33 percent do. Why is that?
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How to Save With SolarSolar panels hold a lot of potential – on sunny days, the power company can even pay you for using them. But they're not right for every home.
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The Mysterious Escrow Account ExplainedWhen you pay your mortgage payment each month, you'll likely also be making a contribution to escrow accounts. Learn more about them with this post.
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6 Simple Ways to Prepare for HomeownershipFrom credit and savings to creating a budget, check out a few key steps you can take to financially prepare for homeownership.
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Veterans United Live with Homebuying 101Click here for a replay of a Veterans United live video chat on Homebuying 101.
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How Disaster Strikes Twice For The Underinsured HomeownerThough it is a mistake far too costly to be so common, the percentage of underinsured homeowners is staggering. How can you prevent being underinsured?
