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Think today's market is tough? On Halloween 1981, mortgage rates hit 18% and the typical house payment ate up 73% of a family's paycheck.
October 23, 2024 14 MIN
Think today's market is tough? On Halloween 1981, mortgage rates hit 18% and the typical house payment ate up 73% of a family's paycheck.
Despite low nominal prices and payments, 1980s homebuyers had it about as tough as today's buyer. Home payments eat up over half of median incomes in both eras.
How much home you qualify for with an FHA loan depends on many factors but we made some assumptions to give you a ballpark figure based on your income. Check your potential home price.
Getting pre-approved is a key first step in buying a home, showing sellers you're serious and know your budget. Lenders review your finances to give a conditional loan commitment.
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This comprehensive guide to USDA construction loans will go over everything you need to know about financing your rural home build in 2025, including precisely how a USDA one-time construction loan works, the eligibility requirements you need to meet, and a few alternative mortgage options you may have available.
The 40-year mortgage can lower your monthly payments, but it increases your overall interest costs. Is this loan a good idea, and where do you find one?
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FHA UFMIP might seem like a large expense with no benefit. But here's how it can make you a homeowner decades sooner.
