Florida mortgage underwriting guidelines are loosening – making it easier for you to buy home. But, you need to be aware of these important facts. Read more…
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This Holiday Season, Think Twice Before Saving 15 Percent At The Register
With Halloween behind us, retailers are in the Holiday Spirit. Businesses know that consumers spent a median $556 on holiday gifts last year and they want this year to be just as strong.
Applying For A Mortgage Soon? Don’t Open New Credit Cards On Black Friday.
Shoppers should think twice about is the popular “Open A Charge Card, Save 20%” promotion. The short-term savings may be tempting, but the long-term costs may be huge.
Better Credit Scores Get Better Mortgage Rates
Mortgage approvals are primarily based on good income, good equity and strong credit, and, without all three, the best rates of the day remain out of reach. Do something about your credit score.
See How Credit Missteps Lower Your Credit Score
The company behind the popular FICO scoring model has published a “What If?” series for common, specific credit missteps.
Lakeland Mortgage Update: 7 Tips for Protecting Your Credit Score
Credit scores not only make the difference between a mortgage approval and mortgage turn-down, but they also play a large role in determining your actual mortgage note rate. In the 3-minute piece, the NBC Today Show talks about 7 ways that homebuyers ruin their credit — often by accident.
