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Your Credit
As a professional, I have watched as credit scores have emerged as one of the single most important factors in determining a person's ability to get the best value from every financial commitment they make. Everyone knows that a strong credit score is the key to a favorable home loan or car loan, but did you know that insurance companies now pull your score to determine the type of policy to offer you? Did you know that prospective employers may very well use your credit score as a deciding factor for whether or not you will be offered a job? CREDIT AWARENESS
If you're like most buyers, a home is the most expensive purchase you'll ever make, and you'll probably need some form of financing. There are many lending institutions that offer a variety of mortgage products. Financing options and rates can vary widely, so it is important to do your research and shop around to ensure you get the mortgage that best meets your needs at the best price. I would be happy to refer you to some very good mortgage contacts I have in Saint Charles, or to help you in any other way I can to secure the best possible rate for your home purchase. |  |
Use the mortgage calculators below to assist you in making some decisions around financing your new home.
Mortgage Qualification Calculator
This calculator will help you determine how much money you qualify to borrow. The results are informal. You will be subject to a credit approval from your financial institution taking into consideration existing debt load, amount of down payment, income and other variables.
Mortgage Payment Calculator & Amortization Table
This calculator will help you determine what your mortgage payments will be based on purchase price, interest rate and mortgage term, as well as other factors. The amortization table shows what the interest and principal payments will be over the term of the mortgage.