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Home Loans Want to buy a home with 100% financing? The Home Zero program might be right for you. Click here to learn more about this exciting program.

A Complete Guide to Understanding the Home Zero Program

Eager to own a home but don’t have a 3.5% down payment or lots of money in savings to cover closing costs? You’re not alone. Many prospective homeowners and repeat home buyers find down payment requirements to be restrictive and difficult to work around.  Our Home Zero program may be able to help.  Our HomeZero […]

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Home Loans Re-Entering the Housing Market After Adverse Credit Events - Is it possible to obtain a home loan after bankruptcy, foreclosure, or short sales? Contact Alex Doce to learn more.

Getting Back Into the Housing Market After Credit Difficulties

Contrary to popular belief, you do not have to have a perfect credit history in order to buy a house. It’s more important to understand what an adverse credit event will require of you after it happens. After an adverse credit event, you will generally:- Need to observe a waiting period before you take out […]

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What to Look for in a Mortgage Lending Company in Florida

A home loan is one of the biggest financial commitments you’ll ever take on during the course of your life. You should choose the mortgage lender you work with carefully, as the decision will help shape your financial life for many years to come. Here are five things you should look for in any company […]

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Home Loans How FHA Loans Work in Florida

How FHA Loans Work in Florida

FHA loans are an excellent program for Florida home buyers. The program provides several major advantages. A down payment of just 3.5% of the home value Competitive interest rates A minimum credit score of just 580 No income limits Access to hardship programs in the event that you’re having trouble making your house payments The […]

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How to Get a Home Loan When You’re Self-Employed

Many of the financial systems in this country aren’t necessarily built for self-employed individuals. Many of them rely on the idea that most people receive a regular paycheck from their employer. Nevertheless, it is possible to buy a house as a self-employed individual. You just have to take a few steps that more traditionally employed […]

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Shopping for a Home: How to Compete With Cash Buyers

The Fort Lauderdale real estate market can be tough, and one of the biggest challenges that buyers face is the prevalence of cash buyers and investors competing for the available inventory. The market is similarly challenging across the nation. If you’re trying to buy a new home, you need to have a strategy that will […]

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Home Loans Navigating Conventional Home Loans in Broward, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade Counties, Florida

Navigating Conventional Home Loans in Broward, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade Counties, Florida

Owning a home in the vibrant and sunny state of Florida is a dream for many, and the tri-county area of Broward, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade counties offers a diverse range of real estate opportunities. If you’re considering buying a home in these regions, understanding the nuances of conventional home loans is crucial. In this […]

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Home Loans 5 Essential Tips for First-Time Homebuyers in Fort Lauderdale - Alex Doce - The Doce Mortgage Group

5 Essential Tips for First-Time Homebuyers in Fort Lauderdale 

The Florida housing market can be tough, and it’s not getting any easier. Nevertheless, it’s more than possible to become a homeowner in Fort Lauderdale. You just need to know what to expect and be prepared. 1) Get Your Financial and Mental House in Order You’re competing against investors who can buy any home they […]

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Home Loans Don't shop for that 0% down home loan just yet. Down payments can be a lifesaver. - Alex Doce at The Doce Mortgage Group

5 Crucial Facts About Down Payments in 2024

There are real advantages to buying a home with a down payment. Zero-down mortgages still exist, and the ability to buy a home without a down payment may seem exciting. Nevertheless, you should consider slowing down and saving up. A down payment can give you an edge. 1) A Down Payment Can Strengthen a Mortgage […]

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What Makes a Condo Warrantable vs. Non-Warrantable?

Condo home loans: The Doce Mortgage Group has mortgage options if you are buying a warrantable condo, or even a non-warrantable condo. But what’s the difference? Considering a condo? Start your pre-approval here. When you’re in the market for a condo, there are additional things to keep track of during the mortgage process, on top […]

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Understand the Pros and Cons of Buying a Condo Before You Decide Which Type of Property Is Right for You

There are many pros and cons of buying a condo. Deciding whether to buy a condo or another type of property comes down to your lifestyle, preferences and budget. We break down the different factors to help you decide. Considering a condo? Start your pre-approval here. What is a condo? Condos are single units within […]

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Home Loans Townhouse vs Condo

Townhouse vs Condo: What’s the Difference?

This article explores the differences between owning and buying a townhouse vs a condo vs a single-family home. There are many advantages to opting for a townhouse and condo living over a standard, single-family house. Chief among them is cost – townhouses and condos tend to have lower list prices (not to mention less maintenance) […]

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