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There are several factors you must take into consideration before you can determine how much Home you can afford:
- Combined family income
- Current obligations
- Living expenses
Steps for prequalifying or obtaining a mortgage:
- Availability of the following items
- Pay Stubs
- W-2's
- Bank Statements
- Credit Report
To estimate the amount of monthly expenses you will incur when purchasing a home, please take into consideration:
- Mortgage payment (Click here for chart)
- Property tax payments (into escrow with lending institution).
- Property Insurance (for dwelling itself and its contents) (Typically $50-75 per month)
- Utilities - gas, electric, water, sewer, etc.
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