How much mortgage you can afford depends on your income, monthly debts, down payment, interest rate, and comfort level with monthly payments — not just the maximum amount a lender approves.
A mortgage is a loan used to purchase or refinance real estate, where the property itself serves as collateral. The borrower repays the loan over time through monthly payments that include principal and interest, based on agreed loan terms.
As we step into January 2026, many business owners, real estate investors, and homebuyers are asking the same question: What does the new year mean for lending and financing opportunities?
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