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Plan your home purchase
Understand your home payment.
A purchase budget involves more than the loan payment. Ask your lender for an estimate that reflects your financing and the property you are considering.
Build a complete estimate
Discuss principal and interest, property taxes, homeowners insurance, any mortgage insurance, association charges and other property-specific costs. Include maintenance and your own moving budget when considering what feels manageable.
Ask for current loan options
Rates, fees and eligibility depend on your situation and can change. Obtain a written estimate directly from a lender. An example payment is not a loan approval or a quote.
Talk with Tracey about your buying plans ↗