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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Can I Refinance My Home If I Had It On The MLS?
If you have recently had your home listed for sale on the MLS there are a few ways that it will affect your ability to refinance the home. First of all be sure to mention to your mortgage professiona
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VA
Department of Veterans Affairs: a federal agency which guarantees loans made to veterans; similar to mortgage insurance, a loan guarantee protects lenders against loss that may result from a borrower
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I have no credit score. Can I get a Mortgage?
Do you have no credit history but would like to qualify for a mortgage? There are numerous lenders that have no score programs for home loans, some even allow no money down. However, borrowers will be
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What is a Field Review Appraisal?
In today's market, many loan programs are now requiring a field review appraisal in addition to a standard appraisal. This allows the lender to feel more comfortable with the opinion of value given b
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Credit inquiries
Credit inquiries may reduce credit scores due to the association of inquiries to high risk of default. Borrower's that are distressed may contact many lenders to shop around but may in turn be hurting
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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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Tougher Mortgage Lending Guidelines
Why have mortgage lenders tightened their guidelines so much? Can I still buy a home with zero or no money down? Will I be able to refinance with the tougher mortgage lending guidelines? I am not able
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PMI explained
If your down payment on a home is less than 20 percent of the appraised value or sale price, you must obtain private mortgage insurance (PMI) with your lender. PMI protects your mortgage lender agains
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When Lenders Compete ... Is That the Way To Go?
An ongoing lawsuit against a website that allows advertisers to post their rates, suggests that when lenders compete, you still may not get the best rate. The lawsuit alleges that lenders post rate
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Portfolio Loans
Portfolio loans are mortgages that are held as an investment by the lender. Usually they hold on to the loan because it doesn't fit the underwriting guidelines for investors on the secondary market.
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Benefits of FHA Financing
FHA Loans, although not for everyone, have many different unique benefits. For instance, Lender "junk" fees and in some cases even attorney closing fees are reduced, resulting in savings to the consu
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Reverse Mortgage
A form of mortgage in which the lender makes periodic payments to the borrower, using the borrower's equity in the home as security. For older owners who have a lot of equity in their home, this can b
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Employment History
Most lenders will require that all loan applicants have an employment history which is no less than 2 years to show that you have a sustainable source of income.
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College Graduate
Many lenders will use college credits in the borrower's chosen field to determine experience. The graduate will have to provide a copy of the degree earned. Lenders may also request a copy of the borr
http://www.brokeroutpost.com/reference/18804.htm (Updated: 11/25/2007)

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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What should I do if I can't make my house payment?
Call your lender and make other arrangements.
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What lenders look for
Before lenders lend money, they need to be assured that the funds will be repaid. In other words, is the prospective borrower creditworthy? To find out, they ask for various types of information.
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Reserves and Assets
When applying for a mortgage, whether you fall into the conforming or sub-prime lending criteria, many lenders require that you at least state, and may even ask you to verify reserves and assets held
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The Truth About "No Closing Cost" Loans
You may have heard recently that “people are smart.“ Of course, you probably didn’t need a silly commercial to tell you that. But since its also true that some people are smarter than others, it’s i
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High Risk Lenders
Many consumers are turning to high risk lenders in order to payoff existing debts, finish construction on projects, and to borrow money when traditional lenders will not. The next few items will take
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Is there a Mortgage after Bankruptcy?
Is there a Mortgage after Bankruptcy? More than 1.6 million American families filed for bankruptcy between 2002 and 2003; a rise of nearly 150,000 nationwide. If you have recently declared bankruptcy
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Fixed Rate
This standard form of a mortgage has two basic characteristics that do not change throughout the liof the loan: the interest rate and the repayment term. In addition to the principal and interest the
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Best Fixed Rate
The best Fixed Rate refinance is not always going to be the quote with the lowest rate. When refinancing an adjustable rate mortgage, or ARM loan, to lock in a low fixed rate, a variety of other fact
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Million Mortgage Loan
$1 Million Mortgage Loan to $40 Million Mortgage Loan programs are referred to in the lending industry by the terms "super jumbo mortgage" or even "mega jumbo loan" Jumbo mortgages are loans which
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Is An Option ARM Good For Me?
It seems like everywhere you look lately you will see an advertisement that reads, "$150,000 refinancing for $381 month. Apply online today!". Just remember that, as your mother told you, "If it seems
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Home Loan for People with Bad Credit
Lenders nationwide have several loan programs available that allow people with bad credit to qualify for a home loan.
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No Credit History
A borrower with no credit history may be someone who chooses to pay cash for the bills. It is possible to show a credit history that will satisfy most lenders' requirements. A credit history can be
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Buying a home with bad credit
There are many options available for consumers looking to buy a home with poor credit. The first step that needs to be taken is to call a mortgage broker. Contacting a mortgage broker will let you kno
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Limited or no credit
Some borrowers have limited or no credit listed on their credit report. This can effect the ability of a borrower to have a credit score and a borrower's ability to obtain financing for a mortgage. So
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Do I need perfect credit to get a mortgage?
No. Imagine if perfect credit was required. Few loans would be made and every lender in town would be bankrupt.
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Bad credit mortgage
If you have bad credit, your options will be limited compared to someone with perfect credit. You'll want to work with a subprime lender, which is a lender who caters to people in your situation. Ta
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Credit FAQ
Credit FAQ When I checked my credit scores online I had higher scores, what happened? There are different scoring models, for instance: consumer, auto, mortgage. I heard pulling your own credit
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Submitting your purchase offer
You have finally found the home you want to buy and you have been pre-qualified by your lender. The next step in the process is submitting your offer to the seller. This is done with a Real Estate Pur
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Rehab Loans
Rehab loans help finance the cost of renovating distressed properties. Typically lenders will finance up to 70% of the "As Repaired Value" or the value after all renovations are complete.
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How does a reverse mortgage work?
Designed for seniors, a reverse mortgage is a loan that allows the homeowner to convert some of the equity in their home into cash or monthly income, while retaining home ownership. Reverse mortgages
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No Cost Refi
If you are a home owner and are considering refinancing you current mortgage you have many different loan programs to select from. One program that has been gaining popularity recently is the no cost
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Why a Broker instead of the Bank?
The Bottom Line - This isn't the closing costs at the end of the loan, but the total cost of the loan over its lifetime. A broker will have higher closing costs, because it subcontracts services. Th
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Real Estate Appraisal
A real estate appraisal is an opinion of value of a certain property. The appraisal is used, and usually required, in the mortgage process. Lenders want to know how much your home is worth, so they
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Fico Scores Below 500
Sometimes bad things happen to good people in unfortunate circumstances such as medical situations and family emergency's. During these tough times it's not uncommon to have some bills go unpaid and p
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Fannie Mae
Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA); a federally-chartered enterprise owned by private stockholders that purchases residential mortgages and converts them into securities for sale to investor
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FHA 203(b)
FHA program which provides mortgage insurance to protect lenders from default; used to finance the purchase of new or existing one- to four family housing; characterized by low down payment, flexible
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Foreclosure Refinance
Preventing a foreclosure is like fighting an illness: The earlier you start the greater your chance of success. If you are falling behind on you mortgage payments, your lender generally will cont
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What Happens When I Miss Mortgage Payments?
What Happens when you Miss Your Mortgage Payments? If you miss one or two motgage payments, you will be required to repay the amount you are behind as soon as possible. Penalties, late charges, an
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Foreclosure Prevention
A forbearance agreement is one way to prevent foreclosure. A forebearance agreement is an arrangement to postpone a borrower’s monthly payment for a limited and specified time period. The loan contin
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Pre-Foreclosure Sale
a Pre-Foreclosure sale is when you sell your home before foreclosure proceedings are brought against you. Sometimes this will be classified as a short sale by the lender, which is when they allow you
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Taking Appliances & Fixtures After A Foreclosure
If you have a home that is foreclosed on, it is very common to wonder what you are legally permitted to take from the home. Are you permitted to take the appliances such as the stove, refrigerator, wa
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How Long Can I Stay In My Home After Foreclosure
Once my home is foreclosed on, how long can I stay in my home after the foreclosure process has started? Once the foreclosure process has started, you have several options. You can try to get your hom
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Super Jumbo Mortgage
Super Jumbo Mortgages are mortgage loans of $650,000 or more. While conventional banks and mainsteam, conforming lenders traditionally underserve borrowers of super jumbo mortgages, a few mortgage co
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Effect Of Late Payments
The effect of late payments will always show on your credit report and will almost always drop your credit score if you are more then 30 days late. The main effect of late payments is the effect it ha
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What is an ALT A Loan?
An ALT A loan is a term used from lenders and mortgage brokers for loans that are not usually the A Paper best rate loan, nor are they the subprime loan with very high interest rates. ALT A loans are
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