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2. Credit Scores
3. Does getting a Pre-approved loan impact credit?

Getting a loan pre-approved should not be reported to any credit rating agency, so it should not impact your credit. Your credit score is based on the amount of the theoretical credit you have avai...

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• Created July 19, 2017 04:37
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2. Loan Decisions
3. What process should I expect for a mortgage loan with an SBI?

The process of a mortgage with an SBI is the same as with any other lender. If you have an account with an SBI, it is even easier. Below are the steps you need to follow in order to get a mortgage ...

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• Created July 19, 2017 04:36
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2. H-1B Visa Holders
3. What are the possibilities that someone with a stamped H1B visa will find a job in the US? About how long would it take?

The answer depends on your skills, abilities, and market demand. If you are already in the US and searching for a new job then it might be faster. It is said that you can join a new employer once ...

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• Created July 19, 2017 04:35
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2. Credit Cards
3. If I have defaulted on credit cards, can I still get a VISA in the USA?

Since private debt is a civil matter, it normally does not have anything to do with visa applications. About Stilt: Stilt provides loans to international students and working professionals in the U...

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• Edited September 16, 2017 22:12
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2. H-1B Visa Holders
3. How often do tech companies in the US sponsor H1-B candidates from other countries?

Companies in the US recruit employees from all around the world, especially tech companies. They are the biggest sponsors of H-1B visas. There is a shortage of technical talent in the U.S. and if y...

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• Created July 19, 2017 04:30
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2. Loan Decisions
3. Can I get a mortgage with high debt and a high credit score?

Your credit score shows that you will pay back your debts. The lender will not worry about the debt as long as you have the income necessary to "service" that debt. Mortgage lenders usually want to...

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• Created July 19, 2017 04:27
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2. Credit History
3. Is it worse to have bad credit history or no credit history when applying for a loan?

It is worse to have a bad credit history because of how long it takes to recover from it. If you have bad credit, banks will not want to loan you money because they assume you will not pay them bac...

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• Edited September 16, 2017 21:51
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2. H-1B Visa Holders
3. Will the US stop issuing H1B visas starting this year?

There have been no changes to the H1 program, nor will there be any changes to the program starting this year. There may be a few surprises here and there with stricter enforcement of H1B visa requ...

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• Created July 17, 2017 08:23
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2. H-1B Visa Holders
3. On an H1, should I remain with Indian IT major in the US or consider an American employer with similar pay?

If the new employer you are considering were a product design company, then it would be a good decision to switch to the American employer. Before accepting the offer, ask the new employer to pay y...

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• Created July 17, 2017 08:22
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2. H-1B Visa Holders
3. Is it possible for an H1B visa applicant to have immigration intent?

H1B visas are considered non-immigrant visas for all intents and purposes.However, this visa does allow you to have dual intent; immigrant intent and a non-immigrant intent. Normally with this visa...

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• Created July 17, 2017 08:21
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