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MORTGAGE RESOURCES

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Mortgage Lending Process

 

Application Checklist

 

Benefits of Homeownership

 

Insurance Information

 

Deciding to Buy or Rent

 

About Credit

 

Obtaining A Pre-Approval

Achieving the American Dream of homeownership is certainly a worthwhile goal. So when it's time to make this important lifetime investment, you need to be as educated as possible. Get started by using these essential tools.

Mortgage loan payment calculator

 

How much home can I afford?

 

Should I refinance my mortgage?

 

Comparing mortgage terms (15-, 20-, 30-year)

 

What about paying discount points for a lower interest rate?

 

Is it better to rent or buy a home?

 

Should I take advantage of a bi-weekly payment schedule?

 

Comparing no-cost and traditional mortgages

 

What are my mortgage tax savings?

 

Are fixed- or adjustable-rate mortgages better?

 

Adjustable-rate mortgage calculator

 

How do closing costs affect my interest rate?

 

What are the differences between traditional and interest-only mortgages?

 

How much can I borrow from my home's equity?

In the unfamiliar and sometimes tricky world of mortgages, an America First Mortgage Loan Originator can be your guide. They know the language. They understand the terrain. They'll help you find the mortgage that's right for you.

To find a mortgage originator near you please call 1-866-224-2157