How to buy a house with bad credit
Have credit issues in your past? You still might qualify for a home loan.
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Mar 07, 2023
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Peter G. Miller is a contributing writer at Bankrate. Peter writes about mortgage rates and home buying.
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How many mortgage payments can I miss before foreclosure?
If you’ll miss a mortgage payment, contact your servicer as soon as possible.
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What is manual mortgage underwriting?
For borrowers with credit dings or unusual financials, manual underwriting can be key.
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What is a conforming mortgage loan?
A mortgage has to adhere to certain standards in order to be considered conforming.
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Could you pay less for an FHA loan in 2023?
The latest FHA balance sheet might help reignite the conversation around lower mortgage insurance premiums.
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Reverse mortgage pros and cons
This complicated program can be a game-changer for cash-poor seniors.
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How to manage a mortgage as debt levels reach record
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Graduated payment mortgages: Uncommon, but right for some homeowners
Imagine a mortgage with a fixed interest rate, but a monthly payment that varies.
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What happens to mortgage rates in a recession?
Here’s what we know from past cycle turns.
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What are the advantages of having a mortgage?
To mortgage or not to mortgage? Here’s what to consider.
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Aging in place with a cash-out refinance
A cash-out refinance could help pay for a full-scale aging-in-place remodel.
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What is a clear title? How to check if a property has one
If the title search uncovers an issue, there can be considerable legal costs.
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Portfolio mortgage lenders: What are they and how do you find one?
These lenders keep the mortgages they underwrite, so they may lend when others won’t.
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Can you sell a house in 5 days?
Completing a home sale in just five days is lightning-fast in the often-slow-moving world of real estate.
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Portfolio mortgages: What they are and how they work
A portfolio loan can be attractive to borrowers in some situations.
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