Articles by Craig Berry - Page 9

FICO & Credit ScoresSeptember 10, 2014

FICO Changes Expected To Boost Credit Scores, Lower Consumer Mortgage Rates

A new FICO scoring method is expected to raise credit scores by 25 points, at minimum; and 100 points at maximum. Read more and get a live rate quote now.

Mortgage StrategyJuly 29, 2014

8 Things Your Mortgage Lender Should Disclose To You

Ask these 8 questions of your lender and you'll improve your chances of getting that great mortgage loan. Free mortgage rates available.

Mortgage StrategyJune 13, 2014

14 Smart Ways To Preserve Your Mortgage Loan Approval

Specific behaviors to avoid while your mortgage loan's in process. The loan you save may be your own. Updated for mortgages in 2014.

Mortgage ProductsMarch 5, 2014

Don’t Have 20% To Put Down? No Problem With These 5 Popular Mortgage Programs.

You don't need a 20% downpayment to buy a home. Mortgage guidelines are loosening and mortgage rates are low. Read more and get today's rates.

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