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 * SHOWING YOUR BORROWERS ALL THEIR OPTIONS IS EVEN MORE IMPORTANT IN A TOUGH
   MARKET
   
   by MGIC | Nov 21, 2023
   
   Debunk common mortgage myths and show prospective borrowers all their options
   to help guide them on their homebuying journey.
   
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 * AN INSIDE SCOOP ON HOW TO CONNECT WITH HISPANIC HOMEBUYERS IN YOUR MARKET
   
   by Concepcion Guerrero | Sep 15, 2023
   
   Gain a better understanding of the nuances of the Hispanic culture so you can
   be in a better position to help mortgage-ready borrowers achieve their dreams
   of homeownership.
   
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 * MARGARET CROWLEY Q&A: ON INCLUSIVITY, GROWING YOUR CAREER AND FINDING YOUR
   ANTHEM
   
   by Margaret Crowley | Mar 08, 2023
   
   
   
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 * DANNY GARCIA-VELEZ Q&A: CONNECTING THE DOTS BETWEEN DEI, STRATEGIC INNOVATION
   AND THE VALUE OF HOMEOWNERSHIP
   
   by Danny Garcia-Velez | Sep 20, 2022
   
   We interview Danny Garcia-Velez, Head of Regional Sales and Marketing at
   MGIC, in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
   
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 * HIPOLITO GARCIA Q&A: LATINOS ARE THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND THE HOUSING MARKET
   
   by Hipolito Garcia | Sep 15, 2022
   
   We interview Hipolito "Hip" Garcia, Area Manager at Caliber Home Loans, in
   celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
   
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 * PRODUCTS AND PROGRAMS THAT HELP CREDITWORTHY MINORITY APPLICANTS ACHIEVE
   SUSTAINABLE HOMEOWNERSHIP
   
   by Kevin Hearden and Jenny Steffens | Aug 31, 2022
   
   Part 5 of our 5-part series: Products and programs that help creditworthy
   minority applicants achieve sustainable homeownership
   
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 * WHEN LENDING WILL ONLY GO SO FAR, COLLECTIVE ACTION CAN TAKE YOU FARTHER
   
   by Geoff Cooper | Aug 03, 2022
   
   Part 4 of our 5-part series: When lending will only go so far, collective
   action can take you farther
   
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 * EDUCATE EARLY AND BUILD TRUST TO ENCOURAGE MORTGAGE READINESS
   
   by Danny Garcia-Velez | Jul 20, 2022
   
   Part 3 of our 5-part series: Educate early and build trust to encourage
   mortgage readiness
   
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 * HELP MORE AMERICANS REALIZE HOMEOWNERSHIP IS WITHIN THEIR GRASP
   
   by Vance Edwards | Jun 20, 2022
   
   Part 2 of our 5-part series: Addressing the racial equity gap in
   homeownership
   
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 * TOM LAMALFA: MAY 2022 MORTGAGE MARKET SURVEY RESULTS
   
   by Tom LaMalfa | Jun 14, 2022
   
   Get the latest information on the current conditions of the mortgage market
   from expert analyst Tom LaMalfa.
   
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 * CREATING AN EFFECTIVE PLAN STARTS WITH ASKING THE RIGHT QUESTIONS 
   
   by Geoff Cooper | Jun 01, 2022
   
   Part 1 of our 5-part series: Addressing the racial equity gap in
   homeownership
   
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 * THE IMPACT OF RISING HOME PRICES ON THE MISINFORMED
   
   by Vance Edwards | Apr 20, 2022
   
   Housing supply and demand has accelerated annual home price appreciation.
   What strategies can help borrowers who are facing steeper prices?
   
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 * COMMUNITY BANKS BOOST LOCAL ECONOMIES BY SUPPORTING NEW CONSTRUCTION
   
   by Kevin Hearden | Apr 12, 2022
   
   4 ways community banks help boost local economies by being key contributors
   to new home building efforts.
   
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 * SPECIAL PURPOSE CREDIT PROGRAMS: A TOOL FOR ADDRESSING RACIAL EQUITY IN
   HOMEOWNERSHIP
   
   by Geoff Cooper | Apr 04, 2022
   
   SPCPs work to close the homeownership and wealth gaps between minority and
   white households by focusing on sustainable, long-term, financially accretive
   homeownership.
   
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 * MARCH 2022: WHAT DO MORTGAGE EXPERTS THINK ABOUT CURRENT MARKET CONDITIONS?
   
   by Tom LaMalfa | Mar 23, 2022
   
   Get the latest information on current conditions of the mortgage market from
   expert analyst Tom LaMalfa.
   
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 * MORTGAGE MARKET SURVEY: OCTOBER 2021
   
   by Tom LaMalfa | Nov 17, 2021
   
   Get the latest information on the current conditions of the mortgage market
   from expert analyst Tom LaMalfa!
   
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 * HOW TO SAVE MORE DEALS AND OFFER MORE OPTIONS TO HOMEBUYERS
   
   by Vance Edwards | Nov 01, 2021
   
   Ways to use private MI as a strategy to overcome the challenges of today’s
   market as well as expand cash flow options.
   
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 * EDDY PEREZ Q&A: FREEDOM IS EVERYTHING
   
   by Eddy Perez | Sep 20, 2021
   
   Eddy Perez shares his father’s dangerous escape from Cuba, the importance of
   mental health and his deathbed promise to leave the world a better place.
   
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 * ARMANDO FALCON Q&A: STRONG & CARING ROLE MODELS INSPIRED THE MAN HE IS TODAY
   
   by Armando Falcon | Sep 16, 2021
   
   Falcon shares why he went into public service, his efforts to clean up the
   operations of the GSEs before the financial crisis, and what the mortgage
   process will look like in 5 years.
   
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 * ANGEL ALBAN Q&A: ON WORKING HARD, HELPING OTHERS, DREAMING BIG AND MAKING IT
   HAPPEN
   
   by Angel Alban | Sep 16, 2021
   
   Angel Alban shares career advice on how his Latin background gives him a
   unique ability, and how his company is on the forefront of a technological
   revolution that will transform mortgage originations and servicing forever.
   
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 * MIKE GARCIA Q&A: THE IMPORTANCE OF THE 4 BIG CS – CONSTITUTION, CAPITALISM,
   CHARITY & COMPETITION
   
   by Rep. Mike Garcia | Sep 16, 2021
   
   From flying fighter jets in the Navy to serving in Congress, Rep. Garcia
   discusses how his goal has remained the same throughout his career: Fight for
   the U.S. and preserve it for generations to come.
   
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 * MORTGAGE MARKET SURVEY: MAY 2021
   
   by Tom LaMalfa | Jun 07, 2021
   
   Get the latest information on the current conditions of the mortgage market
   from expert analyst Tom LaMalfa!
   
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 * PATTY GONG Q&A: ON SUCCESS AND NOT BEING AFRAID TO ASK QUESTIONS
   
   by Patty Gong | May 04, 2021
   
   Patty Gong discusses her path to leadership, how women can succeed in their
   career journey, and why it’s important to let yourself shine.
   
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 * DANNY GARDNER Q&A: OVERCOMING HURDLES TO BUILD MORE CULTURALLY INCLUSIVE
   COMMUNITIES
   
   by Danny Gardner | May 04, 2021
   
   Danny discusses how Freddie Mac supports equitable housing, why homeownership
   is the backbone of family stability, and minority homeownership rates.
   
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 * JIM PARK Q&A:CONNECTING WITH ASIAN AMERICANS IN THE COMMUNITY AND THE
   MORTGAGE INDUSTRY
   
   by Jim Park | May 04, 2021
   
   Jim Park discusses Asian American outreach and connection, why diversity in
   America isn’t going away anytime soon, and what defines the AAPI community.
   
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 * COMMUNITY BANKS AS PARTNERS
   
   by Kevin Hearden | Apr 15, 2021
   
   According to the FDIC, there are over 4,500 community banks across the
   country. The majority are partners of MGIC. And we’re proud of that.
   
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 * SURVEY OF MORTGAGE MARKET CONDITIONS - MARCH 2021
   
   by Tom LaMalfa | Mar 18, 2021
   
   Get the latest information on the current conditions of the mortgage market
   from expert analyst Tom LaMalfa!
   
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 * SENATOR TIM SCOTT Q&A: CLOSING THE ECONOMIC GAP THROUGH FINANCIAL LITERACY
   
   by Tim Scott | Feb 17, 2021
   
   Tim Scott opens up about how his humble beginnings and the help of a mentor
   who showed him the dignity of work led to his life of public service.
   
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 * TONY THOMPSON Q&A: INCREASING DIVERSITY IN THE MORTGAGE BANKING INDUSTRY
   
   by Tony Thompson | Feb 15, 2021
   
   Tony discusses how the lack of women, millennials and minorities in the
   mortgage banking industry was the impetus for founding NAMMBA.
   
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 * GWEN MOORE Q&A: HOPE FOR THE FUTURE AND EXPANDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR BLACK
   AMERICANS
   
   by Gwen Moore | Feb 15, 2021
   
   Gwen reflects on the events of 2020, the storming of our Capitol, and how the
   pandemic shined a spotlight on racial inequality and economic disparity for
   Black Americans. She also offers a solution for bridging our country’s deep
   divisions and shares her hopes and priorities for 2021.
   
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 * LISA RICE Q&A: HOW FAIR HOUSING INTERSECTS WITH ALL ASPECTS OF SOCIETY
   
   by Lisa Rice | Feb 09, 2021
   
   Lisa discusses how the legacy of discrimination resulted in disparities of
   wealth, homeownership and opportunity.
   
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 * ANTOINE THOMPSON Q&A: PROMOTING DEMOCRACY IN HOUSING WITH NAREB
   
   by Antoine Thompson | Feb 03, 2021
   
   Antoine shares how NAREB has helped him worked closely with the African
   American community while expanding NAREB’s footprint.
   
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 * MORTGAGE EXECUTIVES SURVEY | 2020 MBA ANNUAL CONVENTION
   
   by Tom LaMalfa | Oct 27, 2020
   
   The purpose of the survey was to ascertain their thinking about a wide array
   of germane and important industry issues and topics.
   
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 * WHAT IS THE MORTGAGE BANKING INDUSTRY THINKING?
   
   by Tom Lamalfa | Jun 11, 2020
   
   COVID-19 has presented difficulties for almost all industries in early 2020.
   How is the mortgage industry faring? Here's what top industry executives
   think.
   
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 * 5 TIPS FOR WORKING AT HOME WITH CHILDREN
   
   by Carrie Edwards | Mar 26, 2020
   
   Learn how to turn the challenge of working at home with your children in the
   house into a positive experience for the whole family.
   
   Read more


 * HUD SECRETARY BEN CARSON Q&A: HIS VISION FOR IMPROVING HOUSING IN AMERICA
   
   by MGIC, featuring Ben Carson | Feb 28, 2020
   
   Secretary Carson explains how his background in neurosurgery has translated
   to his position as Secretary of HUD.
   
   Read more


 * KRISTY FERCHO Q&A: LEADING WITH PASSION, PERSEVERANCE, PERSPECTIVE
   
   by MGIC, featuring Kristy Fercho | Feb 26, 2020
   
   Kristy shares advice on how to achieve success when you stand out in a
   low-diversity environment, how to maintain passion by shifting perspective,
   and how her faith helps her persevere through adversity.
   
   Read more


 * CONGRESSWOMAN GWEN MOORE Q&A: A PASSION FOR HOUSING, PROTECTION, EMPOWERMENT
   
   by Gwen Moore | Feb 24, 2020
   
   Gwen shares what inspired her to run for public office, the integral role
   she’s had in shaping housing finance, why Black Americans are experiencing
   the lowest homeownership rate in decades, and what we can do to fix it.
   
   Read more


 * DITRICK DUNN Q&A: WHY HOUSING FINANCE IS THE "BEDROCK OF OUR CIVILIZATION"
   
   by MGIC, featuring Ditrick Dunn | Feb 21, 2020
   
   Ditrick shares his journey from military intelligence to housing finance, why
   he thinks housing finance is the bedrock of our civilization, and the
   challenges of starting your own company.
   
   Read more


 * STEVE THOMAS Q&A: FHLBANK'S ROLE IN EXPANDING HOMEOWNERSHIP, IMPORTANCE OF
   DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
   
   by MGIC, featuring Steve Thomas | Feb 19, 2020
   
   Steve shares how his college ROTC experience taught him values that serve as
   an excellent foundation for his career, explains his journey into the
   mortgage finance world, and more.
   
   Read more


 * LENNY MCNEILL Q&A: KEYS TO AFFORDABLE LENDING, REACHING AFRICAN AMERICANS,
   MENTORSHIP
   
   by Lenny McNeill | Feb 18, 2020
   
   Lenny shares his thoughts on how to successfully promote affordable lending
   to bring the possibility of homeownership – and the American Dream – to all.
   
   Read more


 * ALANNA MCCARGO Q&A: THE POWER OF PUBLIC POLICY, UNDERSTANDING THE BLACK
   HOMEOWNERSHIP GAP
   
   by Alanna McCargo | Feb 12, 2020
   
   Alanna explains her passion for public policy and housing, and sheds light on
   the uphill battle for black Americans seeking homeownership.
   
   Read more


 * SANDRA THOMPSON, FHFA DEPUTY DIRECTOR Q&A: BALANCING REGULATION, ACCESS IN
   HOUSING FINANCE
   
   by MGIC, featuring Sandra Thompson | Feb 06, 2020
   
   Sandra explains how the FHFA’s obligations are really two sides of the same
   coin, offers advice on finding the right mentor, and much more.
   
   Read more


 * WHY DOES HISPANIC HOMEOWNERSHIP KEEP GROWING? | MGIC CONNECTS
   
   by Danny Garcia-Velez | Sep 30, 2019
   
   The world is finally catching on; Hispanic Heritage Month has prompted some
   internal reflection on what it means to be Hispanic.
   
   Read more


 * HOW TO USE BEACON MARKETING TECHNOLOGY TO GROW YOUR MORTGAGE BUSINESS
   
   by Ben Smidt | Apr 10, 2019
   
   Beacon marketing technology seems to bea mystery for many in the mortgage and
   real estate business, but it can power a better customer experience, build
   relationships, and grow business.
   
   Read more


 * REDUCE THE IMPACT OF CECL WITH MORTGAGE INSURANCE
   
   by Garrett Hartzog | Nov 29, 2018
   
   A lot of attention is being paid to current expected credit loss (CECL), a
   new accounting standard. So, what does this mean?
   
   Read more


 * GETTING STARTED WITH SOCIAL MEDIA IN THE MORTGAGE INDUSTRY
   
   by Ben Smidt | Sep 04, 2018
   
   Getting started with social media in the mortgage industry can be daunting.
   Below are some of the easiest and best social media tips I have on how you
   can use social media to increase your business growth.
   
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 * 15 IS GREATER THAN 20 – A NEW ANGLE DISPELLING AN OLD MORTGAGE MYTH
   
   by Margaret Crowley | Jun 19, 2018
   
   It may seem counterintuitive, but putting 5% less down (15% instead of 20%)
   can have many advantages for borrowers. Learn how.
   
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 * EDUCATION: THE PATH TO HOMEOWNERSHIP
   
   by Rob Chrane | Jan 31, 2018
   
   In study after study, we see how little first-time homebuyers know about the
   path to homeownership, especially when it comes to down payment requirements
   and options. The world needs real estate agent and mortgage loan officer
   “teachers” more than ever.
   
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 * TOP MORTGAGE INDUSTRY BLOGS YOU NEED TO BE READING RIGHT NOW
   
   by Ben Smidt | Oct 04, 2017
   
   We've collected the top mortgage blogs you need to be reading right now as a
   mortgage professional. Discover something new to share with your borrowers.
   
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 * WAITING TO SAVE A 20% DOWN PAYMENT CAN COST HOMEBUYERS MONEY
   
   by Vance Edwards | Apr 05, 2017
   
   Let homebuyers know that waiting to save up 20% is not the only option, and
   they may be better off buying a home today with a smaller down payment.
   
   Read more


 * 5 SECRETS OF CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE SUCCESS IN THE MORTGAGE INDUSTRY
   
   by Margaret Crowley | Mar 28, 2017
   
   In every profession, it’s the end-to-end customer experience that will set
   you apart from the competition – and the mortgage industry is no exception.
   
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 * WHY IT’S OKAY TO HAVE STUDENT LOAN DEBT
   
   by Vance Edwards | Sep 15, 2016
   
   I believe the secret to a happy life is to make sure you understand the
   difference between a problem and an inconvenience. For most, student loan
   debt is an inconvenience. A burden, not a crisis.
   
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 * HOW TO BUILD A SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGY IN THE MORTGAGE INDUSTRY
   
   by Ben Smidt | Aug 24, 2016
   
   Understanding how to build a social media strategy in the mortgage industry
   is an important component to any loan officer’s personal marketing strategy.
   
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 * MAKING A CASE FOR DEEP COVERAGE MORTGAGE INSURANCE
   
   by Ted Durant | Jun 28, 2016
   
   Deep Coverage Mortgage Insurance can play a significant role in bringing
   additional private capital to housing finance and reducing taxpayer risk.
   
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 * DEMYSTIFYING PARTNERSHIP AND S CORP INCOME ANALYSIS
   
   by Shelley Callaghan | May 04, 2016
   
   Analyzing self-employment income from tax returns has long been one of the
   mysteries of mortgage underwriting — especially partnership and S-Corp
   returns.
   
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 * 3 QUICK TIPS ABOUT HOW TO BE MORE PRODUCTIVE IN THE MORTGAGE INDUSTRY
   
   by Ben Smidt | Mar 10, 2016
   
   Here are three quick tips I have learned about how to be more productive and
   how it translates to the mortgage industry.
   
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 * 6 BASICS YOUR BORROWERS SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CREDIT SCORES
   
   by David Greco | May 13, 2015
   
   Credit score awareness is important to all of us, but it is especially
   important to those seeking to secure a home mortgage.
   
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 * DO YOU KNOW YOUR MORTGAGE FRAUD RED FLAGS?
   
   by Tom Laposki | Mar 19, 2015
   
   Anyone in the mortgage industry knows mortgage fraud happens, but all too
   often it’s a case of “that would never happen to me!” Are you sure?
   
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 * 5 GREAT WAYS TO ANNOY YOUR LINKEDIN CONNECTIONS
   
   by Ben Smidt | Mar 11, 2015
   
   Use these expert tips and strategies to help guide your use of the leading
   professional social media platform.
   
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 * SOCIAL MEDIA SECRETS FOR THE SAVVY LOAN OFFICER
   
   by Ben Smidt | Feb 04, 2015
   
   Let's discuss some of the social media secrets savvy loan officers are doing
   to expand their customer base, but not spending significant time doing it.
   
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 * EDUCATION AS A LEAD GENERATOR
   
   by Shelley Callaghan | Jan 08, 2015
   
   First-time homebuyers, specifically Millennials, are known to use the
   information they find on the internet to inform their decisions.
   
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 * 3 WAYS TO AVOID MORTGAGE INSURANCE (AND WHAT IT WILL COST YOU)
   
   by Sal Miosi | Oct 31, 2014
   
   There are typically 3 “strategies” to avoiding mortgage insurance. Here are
   the three ways you can avoid mortgage insurance (and what it will cost you).
   
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 * 4 MYTHS OF SOCIAL MEDIA YOU NEED TO RETHINK
   
   by Ben Smidt | Oct 15, 2014
   
   With the rise of social media use among companies in regulated industries,
   it's important to understand the myths of social media worth rethinking.
   
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 * HOW YOU CAN HELP FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS UNDERSTAND THEIR HOME-BUYING OPTIONS
   
   by Shelley Callaghan | Aug 27, 2014
   
   A recent Federal Reserve Board consumer survey found many current renters
   would rather be homeowners. However, 45% of renters aren’t looking to buy
   because they don’t think they can come up with the necessary down payment.
   And 29% believe they simply wouldn’t qualify for a mortgage.
   
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