Applying for a Mortgage

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Buying a house can be stressful. For first-time homebuyers especially, there is a lot of uncertainty around applying for a mortgage. That is why preparing for and understanding the process can decrease some of the stress of applying for a mortgage.

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Pre-Approval

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Getting a Property Under Contract

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Application

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Underwriting

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