FHA Manual Underwriting
Some lenders will not touch an FHA loan that can not be approved through an automated underwriting system, and some have started to require minimum credit score requirements. However, there are quite
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High debt to income ratio mortgage loans
Many people have high debt to income ratios and can still qualify for a mortgage loan. There are many options available out there for people who have a high debt to income ratio, also referred to as D
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Automated Underwriting Systems
Many lenders have converted their underwriting systems to an online automated program where Brokers can upload applications over the internet and receive approvals and conditions often within minutes.
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Credit Score Under 620
If you are looking to purchase a home or considering refinancing your home and have a credit score under 620, there are still many options available to you. Despite the subprime meltdown, there are s
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Loan Approval
Loan Approval means that the borrower meets the lender's qualification requirements and also its underwriting requirements. In some cases, especially where approval is provided quickly as with automat
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Online Mortgage
Not too long ago, the phrase "getting a mortgage" painted a picture of our parents driving to a local credit union with a shoe box full of income documents, and would be interviewed by a loan officer
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How much can I afford
How much house can I afford is a very popular question among homebuyers. The main factor to determine this is your debt to income ratio, or DTI. Different lenders have different requirements and guide
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"Banks Compete" Model of rate Shopping
I am sure lots of you know about this model of business. You go online fill out a form with your personal and loan information and Voila, in minutes you have 4 professionals who will quote you their b
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Underwriting
Underwriting is a crucial part to the loan process. Underwriting is the step in which your loan application goes through review and is either approved or denied. There are different types of ways your
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