How to Get Approved for the Best Mortgage Without Sticking a Fork in Your Eye : Ponto Alto Publishing : 9780986162008 : 0986162000 : 25 Jun 2015 : Did you know that over 50% of mortgages don't close? Do you know how much home you can buy? Do you know how much paperwork in involved? Most people don't know how much home purchasing power they have, how much to expect for closing costs (varies by state), or how much paperwork is involved when applying for a home loan. Most people have no idea the difference between loan programs from bank to bank, lender to lender, or broker to broker- or what the differences are between the main types of residential mortgage providers. Most people have no criteria for choosing a lender, the type of loan to seek, or how much down payment is best for them. For example, are there differences between the types of property that may affect down payment?The mortgage industry is packed with nuance, which can lead to confusion for the consumer. While trying to buy