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Posted in February 12th, 2009

Mortgage Calculator FAQs

After using a mortgage qualification calculator it looks like the payments on my credit cards and other loans are too large to qualify for the home loan. Is there something I can do to help qualify for the loan?
After running the mortgage qualification calculator you should be able to identify which of the payments in the calculator are not related to the monthly mortgage payment.  Look at these debts to see which ones may be the easiest to be reduced.  The easiest payment reduction process would be to payoff one of the debts,
Is an interest only loan worth getting?
An interest only loan is actually an option on certain types of loans.  A 30 year fixed rate loan may have an interest only option.  A one year adjustable rate mortgage may offer an interest only option as well.  The interest only option is offered on loans to allow the borrower to make only the
When using the mortgage calculator to figure out the down payment, why not choose a loan that has the lowest down payment?
A smaller down payment is certainly a variable to consider when securing a home loan.  The first consideration is to make sure the loan qualifies with the down payment amount used in the mortgage calculator.  As long as the lower down payment still qualifies the borrower for a loan the next consideration is the cost
Since credit scores are so important in the loan approval process, is it possible to get a home loan with less than stellar credit?
There are certain factors in the loan approval process that are hard to rise above, then there are factors that can be over come by compensating positive factors.  Poor credit is generally an issue that is hard to overcome.  However, FHA loans are available for borrowers who have less than perfect credit but otherwise meet
If the debt ratio the mortgage calculator displays is above the standard based on my income and debt payments, can I still apply or be approved for a loan?
Absolutely.  Mortgage loan approvals depend on many factors including credit, debts, income, assets and reserves.  The mortgage calculators do a good job of computing these numbers but this is data that is still open for interpretation and data that can be pushed and pulled based on other factors about the home loan applicant.  For instance,

Mortgage Calculator Tips

Mortgage Calculators Key to Mortgage Understanding
A hidden value of using more than one mortgage calculator to asses a borrowers options on loan programs is that it forces the borrower to understand the process and key terms used in the mortgage industry.
Early Pay Offs Save Money
Paying off your mortgage early is a great way to reduce your debts and cost of living. Most people decide to pay off their mortgages early when their financial states of affairs change and they are in a position to afford a higher monthly payment on their mortgage. The mortgage amortization calculator or a biweekly
Mortgage Calculators Can Help Overcome Loan Denials
If a prospective borrower is declined for a mortgage loan, they should ask for the reasons behind the loan denial.  It may be surprising to find that there can be input errors that cause the loan denial.  Loan denials are often not reviewed with any level of detailed scrutiny.  If you know the numbers behind
Always Rate Shop
If after using the mortgage calculators a prospective home loan borrower can conclude that they are well qualified for a home land and have good credit, make sure you receive an interest rate from the lender that matches the qualifications.  Don’t simply accept the lender or banks rate quote unless you are sure it is
Mortgage Amortization Calculators for Easy Loan Comparisons
Using a mortgage amortization calculator is the easiest way to know the differences in costs over the total life of the loan and makes it easier to compare the bottom line between various mortgage options.  Mortgage amortization refers to the reduction of a loan balance over time.  As your principal balance goes down, the details

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Mortgage Calculator and WaMu Mortgage Rates
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