So, you’re ready to buy a home—cue the Pinterest boards and Zillow deep dives! But wait… your pre-approval amount came in lower than expected. Gasp! Before you spiral into an existential real estate crisis, take a deep breath. There are plenty of ways to nudge that number up and get closer to your dream home. Let’s dive into five fun (yet highly effective) ways to boost your pre-approval amount!

When you're on the hunt for a mortgage, you've got some big decisions to make, and we're here to make it easy, and as painless as possible. Let’s unravel the mysteries of mortgage terms and amortization, shall we?