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About Homeownership

Freddie Mac's Online Guide to the Homebuying Process

Working with Lenders

When you're looking for a mortgage, it's important that you find a lender who will work with you to meet your needs and who you feel comfortable with.

The right lender will help you with your pre-approval, which gives you more advantages when shopping for a home.

You should know up-front how the lender will evaluate your application. This way, you can look at homes in a price range that you can qualify to purchase. You should also be aware of predatory lenders and how to protect yourself from being taken advantage of when looking for a mortgage.

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