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Plan for the Future with Pre-approval

Pre-approval is a perfect way to bring some measure of personal control back into your life. What that means for you as a homebuyer is that you can move quickly on the home of your dreams when rates improve and the time for you to buy is right.

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I'm a first-time homebuyer.

• 9 Homeowner Tasks to Prepare for Winter
• Read Between the Lines
• Buying a House: Right Size vs. Right Budget
• 4 Things to Know About an HOA
• The Top Tax Benefits of Homeownership
• Purchase an Existing Home or a New Build?
• 4 First-time Homebuyer Mistakes
• 5 Tips for First-time Homebuyers
• Which Loan Program is Right for You?
• Comparison of 4 Popular Loan Types

I want a low down payment.

• How Much Do I Need For a Down Payment?
• Down Payment Myths (Infographic)

I'm worried about my credit score.

• 3 Insider Tips on Your Free Annual Credit Report
• Facts About Credit Scores (Infographic)

I'm tired of renting.

• Plan for the Future with Pre-approval
• 6 Mortgage Facts That May Surprise You
• Get Yourself Mortgage Ready
• Benefits of Homeownership
• 6 Things to Do Before Moving

I want to understand the mortgage process better.

• Can Quick Be Too Quick?
• Calculating Your DTI
• Appraisals vs. Home Inspections
• 4 Benefits of Working With a Real Estate Agent
• Product Solutions for Today’s Unique Market
• What is a Home Mortgage?
• FAQs About Mortgages
• Fixed vs. Variable
• Conventional Mortgages
• Residential Mortgages
• Tips for a Simple Loan Approval
• E-Consent and E-Sign
• Viewing the Closing Disclosure
• Do I Need Flood Insurance?

I'm in the military or a veteran.

• 6 Benefits and Challenges of Homeownership for Vets
• Why Veterans Love VA Loans (Infographic)

I'm buying a home that needs repairs or renovation, OR I'm making repairs and renovations on my current house.

• An All-in-One Renovation Loan Can Save You Money Compared to a Purchase-Only Loan!
• 7 Tips for Finding the Right Contractor for Your Home Improvements
• What is the Best Way to Finance Your Home Improvements?
• What Renovations Add the Best Value to Your Home
• Should I Stay or Should I Go?
• Home Renovation (Infographic)

I want to lower my current interest rate, reduce my monthly payments, or tap into equity.

• How Your Home Can Fund Your Dreams
• The Best Time to Refinance Your Mortgage
• 5 Reasons Why You Should Consider Refinancing (Infographic)
• Weighing Your Refinance Options (Infographic)

I'm ready to move or want to sell my home.

• Five Easy Ways to Prepare in Winter to Sell Your Home in Spring
• Five Basic Tips for Staging Your Home for a Sale
• Boost Your Performance in a Tech Industry Hotspot
• Seven Cost-Effective Ways to Increase Curb Appeal

I'm going through big life events, but have a mortgage to pay.

• 4 Tips to Downsizing for Empty-Nesters
• 6 Mortgage-Related Things to Do in a Divorce
• 4 Things to Do for a Cross-Country Move
• How Does a Job Change Affect My Ability to Qualify for a Mortgage?

I'm looking for the perfect neighborhood.

• 4 Virtues of Older Homes
• Where to Plant Your Roots: Small Town Living vs. City Living
• 5 Things to Look for When Choosing the Perfect Neighborhood
• Pet-Friendly Cities

I am a homeowner and looking for tips.

• Tips for Starting a Flower Garden
• Tile Trends on the Rise in 2020
• Tips to Trim Your Energy Costs