• Funding Your Home Purchase,Alex Mendel

    Funding Your Home Purchase

    The Signing Process   When your lender is ready to 'close' or 'fund' your loan, it’s time for the final step: signing the loan documents. This usually takes place in front of a notary or an escrow officer. To prepare, ask your mortgage broker if you need to bring a photo ID or a cashier’s check. All

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  • Close of Escrow,Alex Mendel

    Close of Escrow

    Closing Day   You've made it this far, and closing day is just around the corner! But before you celebrate, make sure to tie up these loose ends:    Final Walk-Through Inspection   This is more of a formality, usually taking place the day before or the day of closing. The buyer visits the property t

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  • Get Pre-Approved,Alex Mendel

    Get Pre-Approved

    Does it Help to be Pre-Qualified by a Lender?   Wondering if pre-qualification can give you an edge? The pre-qualification process is quick and gives you a lender’s opinion on the maximum amount of real estate you can afford based on limited information. While it’s helpful, a pre-qualification lette

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