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How a Single Late Payment Can Derail Your Homebuying Plans

February 11, 2026 by chorton Leave a Comment

Educational real estate blog from Preferred Properties of Texas about protecting your credit score before buying a home.

Why One Missed Payment Hurts So Much Your payment history makes up the single largest portion of your credit score — around 35% of the total calculation. Here’s how this factor works: Lenders look at your history of paying bills on time across all accounts … [Read more...]

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Mortgage Breakdown: Choosing 15-Year or 30-Year Home Loans

August 28, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Comparing Costs and Benefits What makes 15-year and 30-year mortgages different—and why it matters for your budget 15-Year vs. 30-Year Mortgage: Which Loan Term is Right for You?Understanding the Pros and Cons of Each Mortgage Option When buying a home, one of the most … [Read more...]

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What Happens After A Pre-Approval And Can You Still Be Denied?

March 2, 2023 by chorton Leave a Comment

Informative real estate blog explaining mortgage pre-approval, underwriting, and reasons a home loan might be denied, offering guidance for Texas homebuyers from Preferred Properties of Texas.

Can a Mortgage Be Denied After Pre-Approval?   Understanding the Pre-Approval Process and How to Avoid Surprises When Buying a Home Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. Before you start house-hunting, getting pre-approved for … [Read more...]

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