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How to Get a Mortgage in 2025: Step-by-Step Process

Follow these steps to secure a mortgage loan when purchasing a home.

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By Kevin Payne

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Kevin Payne

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Kevin Payne is a finance and family travel expert. His work has been featured by Business Insider, The Motley Fool, Yahoo Money, and Fox Business.

Edited by Reina Marszalek

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Reina Marszalek

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Reina Marszalek has over 10 years of experience in personal finance and is a senior mortgage editor at Credible.

Updated February 11, 2025

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