Buying a home is one of the largest financial decisions most people make. Preparing early can help you qualify more easily and avoid surprises during the mortgage process
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The cash needed to buy a home includes more than the down payment. Learn how closing costs, prepaid taxes and insurance, earnest money, inspections, reserves, seller credits and loan programs affect the total amount needed.
Mortgage prequalification is usually an initial borrowing estimate, while preapproval commonly includes a more detailed review of credit, income, assets and debts. Learn what lenders evaluate, why the terminology can vary and how a strong preapproval can help buyers prepare to make an offer.
A buyer purchasing a $1 million Scottsdale home with 20% down may need roughly $160,000 to $191,000 in annual qualifying income, depending on debts and underwriting. Learn how rates, taxes, insurance, HOA dues, credit and down payment affect the calculation.
How much house you can afford in Scottsdale depends on your income, monthly debts, down payment, mortgage rate, taxes, insurance and HOA dues. Learn how to establish a comfortable home-buying budget before beginning your search.
Switching from W-2 employment to self-employment does not automatically prevent you from qualifying for a mortgage. Learn how lenders evaluate 1099 and business income, what documents may be required, and when borrowers with less than two years of self-employment may still qualify.
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