Lone Star Financing Blog
Purchasing a home in Texas is one of the most exciting and potentially stressful things you can do. The home buying process is also an emotional experience that is very personal to each buyer. When your emotions are involved in a purchase, however, you might end up...
read moreWhat’s the Best Way for a Veteran to Get a Home Loan?
Veterans serve our country and help keep us free. It’s not an easy job, but those who are called to service can qualify for a variety of benefits, including home loans through the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Knowing how VA loans work is the first step...
read moreHow to Get a First Time Buyer Home Loan in Texas
If you’re a first-time home buyer in Texas, you’re probably already overwhelmed just thinking about the whole process. There are so many steps you’ll have to do that it may feel like you’ll never get the keys to your dream home. We hope the advice in this article can help you better understand this aspect of the home buying process.
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Foreclosure Forecast: Record Lows!
Foreclosure isn't a topic we're fond of discussing. But the reality is that no matter how many precautions you've taken as far as savings and structuring loans, even the faintest idea of it can have homebuyers feeling a little shaky about investing in a home. It's...
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4 Things to Check BEFORE your Fireworks!
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read moreChoose the Right Mortgage for a Home Renovation
Move-in ready or needing renovation? Small renovations or down to the studs redo? These are big questions when you’re house shopping and need a mortgage for a home renovation. Most people are familiar with the general mortgage process: Find a house, apply for a loan,...
read moreHow To Get a Mortgage if You’re Self-Employed
Being self-employed comes with several benefits, such as setting your own hours and working in your PJs. There is one potential drawback, however. It can be more difficult for you to obtain a home loan than it is for people on salary. Take heart, though; while the...
read morePricing a Home to Sell
There’s a lot that goes into pricing a home to sell quickly and successfully, but the most important factor is choosing the right listing price. Too high, and the house can languish on the market, becoming stale and often forcing a price reduction. Too low, and you...
read morePre-Qualification vs Pre-Approval
It’s important to understand the difference between a mortgage pre-qualification and a mortgage pre-approval. Many homebuyers think of these as interchangeable terms that mean the same thing. But they’re actually quite different, and could ultimately play a role in...
read moreThe Benefits of Paying Extra on Your Mortgage
If you're like most people, a mortgage is the biggest loan you'll ever take out, and your mortgage payment is your highest monthly expense. So it can be a great idea to take your extra money and apply it toward paying your mortgage down faster--you'll cut years off...
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