30 Nov 2023
By RESCO Realty

Speed Your Mortgage Approval up by Following This Checklist

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Have you finally found your dream home after months of searching, and then you are told that the seller has received other offers? No buyer wants to find themselves in a bidding war against another buyer as it is a stressful situation. Being unprepared and not having your finances in order will make it even more stressful. Here are a few quick ways if you're looking to speed up your mortgage approval process, here's a checklist to help you prepare: ·        Review your credit report: Maintain a good credit score by paying bills on time, reducing existing debt, and avoiding…
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31 May 2023
By RESCO Realty

Mortgage Approval With An Unconventional Job – How Does It Work?

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It is unlikely that an unconventional job will hurt your mortgage approval, as long as you can demonstrate a consistent and stable income stream that meets the lender's requirements. Lenders are primarily concerned with your ability to repay the mortgage, and they will evaluate your income and employment history to determine whether you are a suitable candidate for a loan. It's also worth noting that the type of property you are seeking to purchase, as well as your credit history, debt-to-income ratio, and other financial factors, will all play a role in the lender's decision. So while an unconventional job…
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15 Apr 2021
By RESCO Realty

How To Get A Mortgage If You Are A Gig Worker

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Twenty years ago the economy was putting the dot-com bubble behind it, and people were buying homes. The high majority of folks worked for someone else; they received a paycheck, were given a W-2 from their employer, and filed their income tax returns accordingly. This also provided easy documentation to loan officers when folks wanted to borrow a mortgage to buy a home. As of 2019 36 percent of workers in 2020 were identified as bona fide gig workers per the federal government, or a bit more than 1 out of every 3 workers. That change translates to mortgage application…
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