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Posts Tagged ‘first time homebuyers’

Mortgage Rate Buydown Strategy: How $10K Could Save You $164/Month

You’ve found the home you love. The list price? $400,000. You’re ready to make an offer, and naturally, you’re wondering if you should come in a little under asking — maybe $390K — to save some cash. It feels like the smart move, right? But what if I told you there’s a strategy that could…

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I don’t have a down payment to buy a house. Is 100% financing still a thing?

One of the most common things I hear from potential homebuyers — especially first-time buyers is: “I’d love to buy a home, but I don’t have a down payment.” Totally understandable. Saving up tens of thousands of dollars while also dealing with rising rent, everyday bills, and just… life, isn’t exactly easy. So, the big…

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You’ve been lied to about down payments—and it’s costing you big

  Let’s bust a myth that’s holding way too many people back from buying a home. You’ve probably heard it: “You need 20% down to buy a house.” And while it sounds responsible and smart on the surface, it’s not always the winning strategy people think it is. In fact, waiting until you have 20%…

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How One Simple Question Can Save You Over $100,000 on Your First Home

  Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. But what if you could save over $100,000 just by asking one simple question when getting pre-approved for a mortgage? The Question That Can Save You Thousands Before you commit to a lender, ask: “Can you provide me with a closing…

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The New 2025 Homebuying Rule That Changes Everything

  If you’ve been holding off on buying a home because of high down payments and private mortgage insurance (PMI) costs, 2025 just delivered some game-changing news. A brand-new rule now allows homebuyers to qualify for a mortgage with no PMI, just 1% down, and a credit score of 620 or higher—making homeownership more accessible than…

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Homebuying Success Series

Homebuying Success Series-Blog

Joining this series will give you priceless information you need to reach your goal of homeownership. I will be sharing with you from start to finish of the homebuying process, to ensure you will know what to expect, and help you prepare to secure the best future for you and your family. There are 6…

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March Renters to Owners Zoominar

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 Click Image to enlarge Who should attend? Anyone who… is tired of RENTING… has thought of purchasing a home in Hawaii would like to learn homebuying preparations would like to learn about down payment assistance & our EXCLUSIVE buyer advantage programs Join me as I share information about the process and programs with First Time Homebuyers. I provide more…

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Christie Mitsumura NMLS #1396234

Licensed by The Department of Financial Protection and Innovation under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act. NMLS# 1141

Christie Mitsumura - Blue Seas Team

Cell: (808) 276-6855

Email: cmitsumura@masonmac.com

Waimea Office:
67-1185 Mamalahoa Highway
Unit 7F
Kamuela, HI 96743

Maui Office:
33 Lono Ave
Suite 225
Kahului, Hi 96732

Licensing:

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