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When Applying For a Mortgage, How Much Can I Borrow?
Saturday, 16 February 2008
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By Ed Lathrop

  The real estate market is full of bargains these days. Homes that sold for $500,000 a year or so ago can probably be picked up for less today because the housing market has become soft or has turned into what is known as a buyer's market.

So, when you're out there looking for a home, the big question is, "for my mortgage, how much can I borrow?" While the answer may be delightfully surprising, the real test comes when you figure out how much you can truly afford. Therefore, in this article we will give you the information you need to determine how large of a mortgage you can make the payments on and then you can go look for your dream house.

How much you borrow is up to you

The way the real estate mortgage market works today is anybody with decent credit can get a mortgage for just about any amount he asks for. It's really gotten crazy! Through negative amortization mortgages people have gotten mortgages for way more than they could afford and they were actually
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The Good And The Bad Of Debt Consolidation
Friday, 15 February 2008
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By Zulika van Heerden

  The first thing to take into account is if a debt consolidation loan is in your best interest. It should give you overall savings and not just a short term quick fix. You should take your time and shop around to find the best solution for your individual needs

But are consolidation loans a good idea? Let us look at some advantages and disadvantages.

Advantages

Single payment
Instead of having to make multiple payments, you only have to manage a single payment. You do not have to run around each and every month stressing about paying your creditors on time. This will simplify your finances and your life and you will have more time to spend with family and friends.

Lower interest rates
In most cases a consolidation loan is a secured loan, also called a second mortgage. Your home is offered as security and therefore lenders are prepared to offer a much lower interest rate as opposed to an unsecured loan.

Credit cards are unsecured loans and since the risk to the lender is much higher
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