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Can a senior on social security get a mortgage? Yes, and here’s how

According to the Social Security Administration, Social Security benefits provide a stable, predictable income for millions of retired Americans, which lenders can and do consider when you ask: **Can a senior on social security get a mortgage?** It is a common misconception that age or a fixed income from benefits disqualifies you from homeownership, but the reality is more nuanced and often more hopeful.

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