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Buying a Foreclosed Home: Financing, Costs, and Risks

Updated October 31, 2026 By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 A foreclosed home may appeal to buyers looking for a lower price than similar homes nearby. But there's something I encourage buyers to understand before…

Should You Sell Your Home Before Buying a New One?

Updated October 10, 2026 By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 If you already own a home and are thinking about moving, one of your first questions may be whether you should sell your current property…

Can You Use a USDA Loan to Buy a House? Eligibility, Locations, and Costs

Updated October 31, 2026 By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 When people hear the term USDA home loan, they often assume the financing is only available for farms or properties in remote rural communities. That's…

How Does a Mortgage Work? A Plain-English Guide

Updated October 10, 2026 By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 Buying a home is one of the largest financial decisions most people make, yet the mortgage process can seem complicated if you’ve never been through…

Cosigning a Mortgage: What You Need to Know Before You Agree

Updated October 31, 2026 By Stacy Schlesinger | President, Platinum Lending Solutions | NMLS #252075 If someone you care about is having difficulty qualifying for a mortgage, you may be asked to help by cosigning the loan. Maybe your adult…

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