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Qualifying for a Mortgage if You’re Self-Employed

Mortgage Minute on American Dream TV - The Tuttle Group

Securing a mortgage while self-employed may prove a bit more challenging, however you can still qualify for the same loan programs as traditional borrowers. The key for a self-employed borrower successfully obtaining a mortgage is income verification.

The mortgage application process is the same regardless of whether you work for yourself...

Which Is Best for You? 15-Year vs 30-Year Mortgages

Mortgage Minute on American Dream TV - The Tuttle Group

Debating whether a 15-year or 30-year mortgage is best for you? We’ve got answers! On this week’s episode of The American Dream TV show, we brought in Mary Lyons of Personal Economics Group to discuss the advantages and opportunities available with a 30-year mortgage.

As we all know, a 15-year mortgage can minimize...

Top 3 Things Every Homeowners Insurance Policy Should Include

Homeowners Insurance Policy - The Tuttle Group

Our homes are one of our most valuable purchases and one that most can’t afford to replace when disaster hits.  Understanding Homeowners Insurance and ensuring you have the right coverage for your home is important.

When it comes to Homeowners Insurance, we go to the experts at Community Insurance Advisors.  While they...

2018 Real Estate Trends

Real Estate Trends - The Tuttle Group

Thinking of buying a home this year? Here are the 2018 real estate trends you need to know and what the hot market means for you.

Homes are Selling Faster than Last Year According to Realtor.com, properties are currently selling nearly 10% quicker than the same time last year and averaging 63 days on the market—selling a whole week faster than last...

Escrow Accounts and Your Home Loan

Mortgage Minute on American Dream TV - The Tuttle Group

You may have heard the term “Escrow” and wondered what exactly is this and how does it affect my home purchase. We are here to help give you the skinny on this common term.

When you purchase a home, many mortgage lenders set up an escrow account to hold money to pay property taxes and insurance. Each month, you pay...

7 Things Every Homeowner Should Know About Their Home

7 Things Every Homeowner Should Know About Their Home - The Tuttle Group

As a homeowner, there are certain things in your home you should be familiar with for safety and maintenance reasons.  In fact, you really should know these like the back your hand whether you own a home or rent.  You never know when disaster will come calling!

If a washer fails on your bathroom sink and springs a leak, do you know where the location of...

How to buy a home with less than 20% down

Mortgage Minute on American Dream TV - The Tuttle Group

Many believe you have to have a 20% down payment when buying a home. NOT TRUE. There are ways to cover the gap and The Tuttle Group can help you.

It’s a common misconception that many first time homebuyers and millenials believe you must put 20% down or you will receive some grossly inappropriate terms on your mortgage loan, or worse yet...

Named “Best Mortgage Professionals in Dallas” 4 years in a row by D Magazine

Best Mortgage Professionals - The Tuttle Group

D Magazine announced their “Best of Dallas” winners for 2018 and we are proud to announce that The Tuttle Group has once again been named as “Best Mortgage Professionals in Dallas” for a 4th year!  We absolutely love what we do and we especially love making Dallas residents happy homeowners. To be recognized for another year is truly humbling and a tremendous...

Getting Pre-Approved Should Always Be Your First Step

Getting Pre-Approved Mortgage with The Tuttle Group

In many markets across the country, the number of buyers searching for their dream homes greatly outnumbers the number of homes for sale. This has led to a competitive marketplace where buyers often need to stand out. One way to show you are serious about buying your dream home is to get pre-qualified or pre-approved for a mortgage before starting your search.

Understanding...

Homeownership is on the rise with Millennials

Homeownership is on the rise with Millennials - The Tuttle Group

Contrary to what many believe, Millennials are not the ‘renter’ generation. In fact, Millennials purchased a larger percentage (34%) of homes in the U.S. than any other age group in 2017 and the most recent Census Bureau report shows that the homeownership rate among Millennials is finally on the rise.

According to NerdWallet’s Millennials &...

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