Jennifer Griner's Blog – August 2010 Archive (6)

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The Obama administration plans to send $600 million to help unemployed homeowners avoid foreclosure in five states.



The Treasury Department said Wednesday that mortgage-assistance proposals submitted by North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Rhode Island, and South Carolina received approval. The states estimate their efforts could help up to 50,000 homeowners.



The administration is directing $2.1… Continue

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It is an exciting time when everyone is ready to finally close the deal on your new home.



It’s guaranteed to be hectic right before closing, but you should always make time for a final walk-through. Your goal is to make sure that your home is in the same condition you expected it would be. Ideally, the sellers already have moved out. This is your last chance to check that appliances are in working condition and that agreed-upon repairs have been made. Here’s a… Continue

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Credit scores range between 200 and 800, with scores above 620 considered desirable for obtaining a mortgage.



The following factors affect your score:



1. Your payment history.



Did you pay your credit card obligations on time? If they were late, then how late? Bankruptcy filing, liens, and collection activity also impact your history.



2. How much you… Continue