While it is most common to get pre-approved, shop for a home, and apply for an original mortgage, in some cases, a homebuyer can assume a homeowner’s mortgage balance and take possession of the property. This is known as an assumable mortgage.
An assumable mortgage allows you to find a house that you want to buy and take over the seller’s existing loan without applying for a mortgage of your..
Read Full ArticleA major decision that requires great thought and preparation is buying a home. You can find houses throughout the whole year, however, seasonality may affect prices and the number of homes on the market. You may have a life event that requires you to purchase a new house quickly however, if you are not in a rush to purchase your home you may want to factor in seasonality and the time of year you..
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