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    Mark Karetskiy

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    12+ Years of expertise

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    Movement Mortgage

    Mortgage Loan Officer

    5840 Legacy Circle, Ste 250Plano, TX 75024
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    About Mark

    Mark is a Mortgage Strategist and Loan Officer with Movement Mortgage serving Grapevine, Southlake, Colleyville, Coppell, Carrollton, Plano, Frisco, Flower Mound, Lewisville, McKinney, Dallas, Fort Worth, and surrounding DFW communities. Known for solving complex mortgage scenarios, rescuing difficult deals, and providing exceptional communication, specializing in purchase loans, self-employed borrowers, investors, and first-time homebuyers. Trusted by Realtors and clients across North Texas.

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    Mark's Articles

    What Is the VA IRRRL and When Should You Refinance?

    Real Estate

    What Is the VA IRRRL and When Should You Refinance?

    Learn how a VA IRRRL works, when refinancing may make sense, and how to compare your rate, monthly savings, closing costs, and break-even point.

    Aug 29, 2026·18 min read·120
    Real Estate
    Mortgage Planning
    VA Loans: 10 Benefits and Misconceptions Every Veteran Should Know

    Real Estate

    VA Loans: 10 Benefits and Misconceptions Every Veteran Should Know

    Learn 10 VA loan benefits and misconceptions, including zero down, no monthly PMI, funding fees, VA appraisals, seller concessions, and using VA more than once.

    Aug 29, 2026·15 min read·90
    Real Estate
    Home Buying
    Why Veterans Get Talked Out of Using VA Loans

    Real Estate

    Why Veterans Get Talked Out of Using VA Loans

    Learn why veterans are often talked out of VA loans, the myths behind it, and why comparing VA to other mortgage options can lead to smarter decisions.

    Aug 29, 2026·16 min read·110
    Real Estate
    Home Buying
    Can You Have Two VA Loans at the Same Time? Understanding Remaining VA Entitlement

    Real Estate

    Can You Have Two VA Loans at the Same Time? Understanding Remaining VA Entitlement

    Learn how you may qualify for two VA loans at once, how remaining VA entitlement works, and when a down payment may be required on your next home.

    Aug 29, 2026·20 min read·80
    Real Estate
    Home Buying
    VA Loans Explained: The Complete Beginner's Guide

    Real Estate

    VA Loans Explained: The Complete Beginner's Guide

    Learn how VA loans work, including eligibility, zero-down financing, funding fees, credit, entitlement, appraisals, closing costs, and VA loan benefits.

    Aug 29, 2026·23 min read·150
    Real Estate
    Home Buying
    What Credit Score Do You Need to Buy a House?

    Real Estate

    What Credit Score Do You Need to Buy a House?

    Learn what credit score you need to buy a house, how credit affects mortgage options and rates, and when improving your score may help you save.

    Aug 29, 2026·17 min read·110
    Real Estate
    Home Buying

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