Mortgage-Refinance Loan Measurment 101 -- Evaluate Your Own Ability to Pay (21 Mar 2006) We live in a society where people are losing their homes at an alarmingly high rate. There are several reasons for this, but one could certainly be avoided -- buying a house that creates a loan that is too large for you to handle. This article will examine how to decide your loan size -- whether you are purchasing or refinancing. We'll look at this issue from the point of view of lenders and from the standpoint of what is actually best for you.
Mortgage-Refinance Treachery: Avoid Mortgage Bankers and Brokers Biggest Trick -- The Sales Pitch (21 Mar 2006) What the average homeowner or home buyer fails to realize is that bankers, loan officers, mortgage brokers, or whatever your lenders call themselves, are salesmen. Certainly, if you purchased your home from a realtor and used her lender, you most likely got a feeling of trust in that person, because the realtor referred him. Beware of this potentially dangerous water.
What You Dont Know About The Real Estate Process, Some Inside Secrets (21 Mar 2006) How many people are involved in a real estate transaction. Buyer(s), seller(s), 1,2,3 or even 4 mortgage processors, 1 or 2 agents, 1 or 2 brokers or firms, possibly 1 or more builders or contractors, an appraiser or firm, a surveyor, a home inspector, 1 or more attorneys and legal aids. In some situations, thankfully rarely, many stand before a judge. Who can you trust? Here comes the judge.
Need a Mortgage, Refinance or Equity Loan? Learn What it Takes, Before Applying (21 Mar 2006) Do you know what it takes to qualify for mortgage and refinance loans? There are several factors involved with qualifying for a purchase, refinance or equity line of credit, and having an in-depth understanding of these could make the difference in you being accepted or turned down by a bank loan officer.
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Sell Your Home and Invest at the Same Time (21 Mar 2006) I continue to see the same For Sale signs in my neighborhood. The houses just aren't selling. If you are considering selling or have a home on the market that is not moving, it's time to think about financing the sale yourself. A good friend of mine bought a new home three months ago, and he has watched his old house sit unsold, while he's struggled paying two mortgages. I finally convinced him to get past his fears and finance the sale of his old home.
Real Estate Finance Strategy that Few People Consider (21 Mar 2006) If you are considering a new home loan anytime soon, and you do not want to get an adjustable rate mortgage (remember, ARMs are very strong loans), you should consider a 2/1 buydown. This is a great mortgage program for people who require a smaller payment now, knowing that they will have more money in the following years. Here's how it works.
Buying a Home? Dont Get Saddled with Two Mortgage Payments (21 Mar 2006) I have a lot of friends and family who are currently buying houses. Many of them have had a problem with timing. In other words, they buy a house and sign a contract that says that they have to pay the seller in 30 days. (Incidentally, it's never wise to go less than 45 days.) Now, it takes two to three weeks to sell their house, and they sign a 30-45 day contract, so they don't get their money in time to help finance the down payment for the house they are buying. The answer to this problem is simple. Get a bridge loan.
Foreclosure Scams To Be Aware Of (21 Mar 2006) Homeowners facing foreclosure should be aware of unscrupulous lenders and scammers. Don't get me wrong, most lenders and agencies are reputable and legit. However some lenders, commonly second mortgage issuers will use unethical practices that increase the risk of nonpayment by the borrower.
5 Things In Selecting The Best Mortgage - You Should Know (21 Mar 2006) Your goal is not only to find the best rates and programs, by searching through a huge number of lenders products, and save yourself thousands of dollars on mortgage payments every year, but also, to...
