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How Do I Choose a Mortgage Lender?

December 30, 2020 By Eva Leave a Comment

Buying a new home may seem like an intimidating process to go through, especially if you do not have all the cash up-front to pay your new home’s entire price.

Fortunately, with mortgage lenders, you can get some help. That way, you will only need the money for a fraction of the house price when buying Markham real estate. With the help of an ideal mortgage lender, you could afford the house of your dreams.

Find the best mortgage lender for you with these factors in mind:

What Do They Include in Principal Amount Charges? 

The principal amount is the cost of the house you are purchasing, excluding your down payment. If you cannot afford the percentage of the house cost for your down payment, you may want to find a lender who will offer you mortgage loan insurance in the principal amount charges. That way, you can still get your ideal home and account for not being able to pay 20% down — the minimum down payment required to avoid mortgage default insurance.

What Interest Rates Do They Offer? 

The interest rate on top of your mortgage payments could add up to high amounts that could make it increasingly challenging to afford them. Fortunately, mortgage lenders may try to offer competitive, appealing rates to gain more borrowers.

You may also have room to negotiate their initial interest rates on your mortgage payments. You could lower your rate when first applying for your mortgage loan or as you complete mortgage terms. 

Is Your Credit Score Appealing to Your Desired Lenders? 

To lower your chances of a high-interest rate, you will want to ensure your credit score demonstrates that you will be reliable in paying your mortgage costs. To ensure your loan application to the lender you have chosen is approved and the agreement is fair for you, you will want a strong credit score. 

What Extra Fees Could You Be Charged? 

Lenders may vary in their closing cost amounts or the extra fees included in your mortgage agreement. That’s why you must look at the fine-print details when looking for potential lenders. Understanding what your lender charges for these fees and knowing when or how they are meant to be paid will help you be prepared to afford them or know how to negotiate them if possible.
Finding the right mortgage lender that will help you buy your ideal Markham real estate property can be difficult if you don’t know where to begin or how to prioritize what you need in a mortgage agreement. For expert advice, rely on Markham real estate agent Martin MacFarlane. He will guide you through the entire house hunting and buying process. Learn more by contacting him today.

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