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| Getting Your First Mortgage |
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| Written by David Williams |
| Wednesday, 11 February 2009 08:44 |
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So, you're ready to take the plunge and buy your first house. This probably means that you're also looking at getting your first mortgage. This is a big step, one not to be taken likely. In order to make the best decision, there are a few factors you'll need to consider. First of all, you should know that the more money you can put down, the better it will be. This will lower your monthly payment, allow you to avoid mortgage insurance, and you will pay much less interest over the life of your home. To avoid paying mortgage insurance, you'll ideally put about twenty percent down. If you can't get this, you'll have to pay the extra fee designed to cover the banks for the extra risk they are taking on. It may be unavoidable, but its nice not to pay this if you can. The number one most important thing to figure out when trying to find a mortgage is how much you can afford. Overextending yourself on high mortgage payments is the path to financial ruin, so be sure to consider carefully what you can pay each month. One common guideline is that your mortgage should cost you no more than 35 percent of your take home income each month. Once you know how much you can afford, you need to figure out what type of mortgage you want to get. There are many different types. The 30 year fixed rate is the old standby, but there are adjustable mortgages and all sorts of different terms you can choose from, so be sure to do research. If all this seems daunting, remember that there is no harm in renting until you can afford the mortgage you really want. Over extending yourself is always a bad idea. This covers just a few of the basics of shopping around for a mortgage. The key is to seriously look at your finances, and do all the proper research before pulling the trigger. Get the best rates, get something you can afford, and enjoy your new home! About the Author: David Williams is the owner of the Denver Home Mortgage site, devoted to helping you learn how to get the best mortgage rate in Denver and much more. Kindly provided by MoneyHunter.org You are welcome to use this article on your own website, if you include the link just before this text. |
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