{"product_id":"mortgages-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Mortgages for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eEric Tyson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eRobert S. Griswold\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTurn your dream of homeownership into a plan that works\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHomeownership is a big goal, and getting the right mortgage is often the key to making it happen. \u003ci\u003eMortgages For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e walks you through every step of the process, from figuring out how much mortgage debt you can handle to qualifying for a loan that fits your finances and future goals. Written by personal finance guru Eric Tyson and real estate expert Robert Griswold, this friendly guide puts the power in your hands. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll get jargon-free explanations of different loan types -- including non-qualifying mortgages for self-employed borrowers -- find out how to choose a lender, and learn strategies for refinancing, paying down your mortgage, and even tapping into reverse mortgages. Thisbook covers the shifting mortgage landscape, from trending rates and evolving credit scoring models to navigating the loan process in a market shaped by technology. It also explains why some new options intended to make home ownership accessible to more people - such as 40-year mortgages - may not actually be right for you. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside this book: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how to determine what you can afford and take the right steps to qualify for a mortgage\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplore different loan options -- from fixed-rate and adjustable-rate to special situation loans -- so you can pick the one that matches your financial situation and goals\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover how to find the right lender and navigate the application process without the stress\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet smart strategies for refinancing and paying down your mortgage to save money over time\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand changes in credit scoring and what newer models like VantageScore mean for your application\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild confidence with jargon-free advice on reverse mortgages, investment properties, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're buying your first home, refinancing an existing mortgage, or looking to finance an investment property, this Dummies guide gives you the tools and know-how to make a smart decision. Your path to homeownership starts here!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMake real estate ownership a reality\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOwning a home is one of the biggest financial goals you can set -- and finding the right mortgage is how you get there. \u003ci\u003eMortgages For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e walks you through figuring out how much mortgage debt you can handle, qualifying for a loan, and picking the lender and loan type that match your finances and future goals. You'll also get smart strategies for refinancing, paying down your mortgage faster, and making the most of reverse mortgages. Whether you're a first-time buyer or you're looking to manage the mortgage you already have, this friendly walkthrough puts the power in your hands. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside...\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetermine what you can afford\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eNavigate the qualification process\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompare fixed-rate and adjustable loans\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eFind the right lender for you\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrack homeowner expenses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eTap into your home's equity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover how much house you can afford\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinance investment properties\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEric Tyson, MBA, \u003c\/b\u003e is a financial counselor and the best-selling author of \u003ci\u003eInvesting For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ePersonal Finance For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eHome Buying Kit For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRobert S. Griswold, MSBA, CRE, CCIM, \u003c\/b\u003e is a successful real estate investor, hands-on property manager, and the author of \u003ci\u003eProperty Management Kit For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 320\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 9.14 x 7.41 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 15, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56434852921649,"sku":"9781394444809","price":32.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/9532\/7537\/files\/DMXQ9Y1jLT9781394444809.webp?v=1790160740","url":"https:\/\/mitchellofficial.com\/products\/mortgages-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"MITCHELL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}