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Can You Use Bonus Income to Qualify for a Mortgage?

Bonus income may help you qualify for a mortgage when it has a documented, stable history and is likely to continue. Learn what lenders review, how income may be calculated, and which documents to prepare.

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How Much Can an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage Payment Increase?

An adjustable-rate mortgage payment can rise when the initial fixed period ends. Learn how rate caps, the index, margin, and remaining loan term affect your payment, plus when a fixed-rate refinance may be worth considering.