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Learn what you need to speed up the approval process Mortgage lenders offer pre-approval letters to buyers they believe can repay their loans. However, unlike mortgage pre-qualification, the ...

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Sometime between now and 2.5 years from now, my wife and I would like to buy a house. We love where we live now, and would like to stay here. The problem is that it's expensive. There *are* houses ...

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - The mortgage process is complicated. The method of buying a home can also be overwhelming and confusing. But it can be broken down into several steps. But the most critical ...

When making the decision to purchase a home, the first thought that comes to a buyer's mind is most likely "how much can I afford?" If you're a seasoned buyer who has already been through the process ...

Shopping for homes is exciting until one needs to secure financing to purchase. Even with savings, most Americans can only buy a house through a mortgage loan. In the fourth quarter of 2022, the US ...

Auto loan pre-approval is often touted as a way to get the best possible interest rate. However, it can also help you score a better overall deal on a car by solidifying your budget, showing you’re a ...

Jeanine Skowronski is an editor, writer, and journalist with more than 15 years of experience in personal finance and business, including roles at Bankrate, CreditCards.com, and Policygenius. Her work ...