Leonard Pokrovski

Leonard Pokrovski

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What Is a Good Credit Score? What Number Counts as “Good” or “Excellent” Credit?
What Is a Good Credit Score? What Number Counts as “Good” or “Excellent” Credit? If you’ve ever tried applying for a credit card, car loan, or mortgage, you’ve likely heard phrases like “good credit,” “excellent credit,” or “poor credit.” But what do these labels actually mean? How are they measured? And what number is...

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Leonard Pokrovski

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When Should I Consider Refinancing My Mortgage?
When Should I Consider Refinancing My Mortgage? Should I Refinance if Rates Drop? What Are the Costs and Benefits of Refinancing? Refinancing a mortgage is one of the most powerful financial tools available to homeowners—but only when used strategically. Done at the right time, refinancing can lower your monthly payment, shorten your loan term, reduce long-term interest costs, or even...

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Leonard Pokrovski

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What Happens If I Can’t Make My Mortgage Payments?
What Happens If I Can’t Make My Mortgage Payments? Understanding Missed Payments, Default, and the Risk of Repossession/Foreclosure** A mortgage is one of the biggest financial commitments many people ever take on. But unexpected events—job loss, illness, rising expenses, or interest rate increases—can make once-manageable payments suddenly feel impossible. If you’ve...

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How Long Will the Mortgage Last? What Terms Are Available, and Which Should You Choose?
How Long Will the Mortgage Last? What Terms Are Available, and Which Should You Choose? When you take out a mortgage, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is how long the loan will last—its term. Although interest rates tend to dominate mortgage discussions, the loan term is just as influential. It shapes your monthly payment, the total interest you’ll pay,...

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Leonard Pokrovski

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What Is the Loan-to-Value (LTV) Ratio and Why Does It Matter?
What Is the Loan-to-Value (LTV) Ratio and Why Does It Matter? When you apply for a mortgage or any property-backed loan, one of the first numbers a lender looks at is the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio. It plays a major role in determining whether you qualify, the interest rate you receive, and the overall terms of your loan. Yet many borrowers are not fully aware of what LTV means—or how...

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Leonard Pokrovski

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How Much Can I Borrow?
How Much Can I Borrow? What Amount Will Lenders Approve, What Is the Maximum Mortgage I Can Get, and How Much Do I Need for a Deposit or Down Payment? When you start thinking about buying a home, the very first question almost everyone asks is: “How much can I borrow?” Closely followed by: “How big of a mortgage will a lender approve?” and “How much deposit or...

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What Is the Required Down Payment (Deposit) for a Mortgage?
What Is the Required Down Payment (Deposit) for a Mortgage? “How much of the purchase price must I pay upfront before borrowing the rest?” Buying a home is one of the biggest financial commitments most people will ever make. A major part of the process is providing a down payment—often referred to as a deposit—before you can borrow the remainder of the purchase price...

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What Are the Different Types of Mortgage Interest Rates (Fixed vs. Variable) and How Do They Work?
What Are the Different Types of Mortgage Interest Rates (Fixed vs. Variable) and How Do They Work? When you apply for a home loan, one of the biggest decisions you’ll make is choosing the type of interest rate. Mortgage interest rates come in two primary forms—fixed and variable (also called adjustable-rate). Each type affects how your monthly payments change over time, your total...

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Leonard Pokrovski

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What Other Costs Come With Taking Out a Mortgage?
What Other Costs Come With Taking Out a Mortgage? For many people, buying a home is the largest financial commitment they will ever make. When you think about a mortgage, the first cost that comes to mind is usually the monthly payment. But the real cost of homeownership includes much more than principal and interest. From closing costs and insurance to taxes, maintenance, and mortgage...

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How Do I Qualify for a Mortgage?
How Do I Qualify for a Mortgage? Understanding Credit Score Requirements, Income, Employment History, Debt-to-Income Ratio, and Key Documentation Buying a home is one of the biggest financial milestones most people reach, but qualifying for a mortgage can feel overwhelming if you don’t understand what lenders look for. While different loan programs have their own rules, most lenders...

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