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30Y in 30D, Y14: What Kind of People Are Getting Loans for Houses Right Now?
Who exactly is able to afford a house mortgage these days in the U.S.? A question from a reader sparks thoughts.
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This was the question from Hanako in response to the previous article in this series, 30Y in 30D, Y13: What Does It Take to Pay Off a 30-Year Mortgage in 15 Years?:
“I am curious… what kind of people are getting loans for a house right now? It just…
