Renting
Renting an apartment or renting a house can be a very exciting time in one's life, especially if this is your first time being out on your own. There are many things you need to be aware of when renti
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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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Mortgage FAQ's
There are many common questions that people have regarding their mortgage, how to get a mortgage, what they need to qualify, and about specific concerns they have about applying for a mortgage. Here a
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Tips for a better Mortgage Refi Experience
Decide what kind of a mortgage shopper you are, is service important to you or are you only interested in the best rate? Do you want both? Ask questions, get answers Don't sign anything you do not
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First Time Homebuyer Programs
What types of programs are available for first time homebuyers and how do I qualify are a couple of the most common questions asked by first time homebuyers. As a first time homebuyer there are many d
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Frequently Asked Questions - Credit
One of the biggest factors in qualifying for a mortgage is one's credit profile. Often times reviewing your credit report or even how credit works can become confusing for those of us who are not fami
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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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Best Place To Get A Mortgage
So where is the best place for a person to get a mortgage loan from? This is one of the most common questions asked by consumers today due to the wide variety of different types of mortgage lending in
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Do Credit Inquiries affect my credit score?
Do credit inquiries affect my credit score? This is one of the most confused and commonly asked questions by consumers shopping for a mortgage. The answer to this question is yes and know. How can the
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Refinancing when self-employed
Can I refinance if I am self-employed? What are the qualifications that I must meet? How long do I need to be self-employed? These are just a few of the questions that many self-employed people ask wh
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Preferred Credit Score to Get a Good Mortgage Rate
So what is the preferred credit score or the credit score cutoff in order to be able to qualify for a very good mortgage interest rate? How can I improve my credit score? How can I make sure that I qu
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How Can I Get A Lower Payment?
For many people purchasing a home one of the most common questions is "How can I get a lower monthly payment?" There are many different options available that can help you get a lower payment. Some
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What is PMI
What is PMI and why do I have to pay it? These are questions that has been around for a long time and very common for any homeowner to ask. PMI is also known as Private Mortgage Insurance. PMI is char
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How Does Credit Debt Affect My Score?
The debt you currently owe impacts your total credit score by about 30%. Only “Payment History” is a bigger factor affecting about 35% of your credit score. Meaning, even if you make your payments
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Interest Only Mortgages
How does an interest only loan work and why would I want a loan that I only pay the interest on and never pay down the balance? These are common questions asked about interest only loans everyday. An
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Credit Scoring
How are credit scores determined? What is the highest credit score possible? What credit score do I need for a mortgage? Why do I have three different credit scores? What do my credit scores mean? The
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My credit score is around 500
My credit score is around 500, is there anything that can be done with this low of a credit score? Can I buy a home? Can I refinance my home with bad credit? These are some very typical questions that
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What To Do When The Lender Says "No"
Ask specifically why the loan is being turned down. Is the problem with you the borrower, or is it the property? If you're weak on loan qualifying, would a larger down payment make a difference? How a
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Investing in Real Estate
Is there really a lot of money to be made by buying and selling houses? Can I make a lot of money by buying houses and renting them out? What are the best types of houses to buy for rental properties?
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Loan Officer
A loan officer is a mortgage professional who assists with originating a mortgage loan for a borrower. A loan officer will help a borrower to identify their needs, select a loan program, complete the
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For Sale By Owner Tips
Tips for your Open House: Clean up the inside of your home. Try and remove the clutter and make your home open and welcoming, people coming through will want to pen every closed and look behind ever
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California Mortgage Loans ( CA Mortgage )
There are many mortgage loan programs available in the state of California. Some of the more common loan programs available for refinance or purchase are: - 100% Financing - 80 20 No MI - 115% C
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New York Mortgage Loans ( NY Mortgage )
There are many mortgage loan programs available in the state of New York. Some of the more common loan programs available for refinance or purchase are: - 100% Financing - 80 20 No MI - 115% Cas
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What should I ask a realtor before I hire them?
Choosing a Realtor to work with is more than just calling any company out of a phone book or newspaper ad. There are many factors that determine whether the Realtor will be a right fit for your situat
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Federal Reserve
What is the Federal Reserve? What role does it play? Who controls the Federal Reserve? What does the Federal Reserve do? How does the Fed affect interest rates? These are just a small sampling of ques
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SERVICING DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
This is a disclosure statement that your broker must give you per RESPA guidelines. The disclosure outlines the right of the lender to sell the servicing of your loan while it is still outstanding. T
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Mortgages for people with poor credit
If I have bad credit can I still buy a home or can I refinance my home if my credit scores are low? These are two of the most asked questions by consumers with less than perfect credit. You can obtain
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Frequently asked questions about loans
Will I need an appraisal? Most loan programs will require a new appraisal. Sometimes, with good credit borrowers, the bank will waive the appraisal requirement but usually, the bank will want a ne
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Questions to Ask Your Mortgage Broker
If you are considering applying for a mortgage, it is important to ask questions and have your questions answered. You need to feel comfortable that the decision you are making is the right one. Her
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How Can I Buy My First Investment Property?
For many people purchasing their first investment property can be overwhelming. You will have many mortgage options depending on what your plans are for the property. Some of the important questions
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Frequently Asked Mortgage Questions
As a mortgage professional there are often times several questions that consumers tend to ask more frequently than others. To discuss these or any other mortgage questions you may have, please
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Questions to ask your lender
Before you sit down with any lender or broker there are some questions that you should ask them before you go any further in the loan process. First, you should ask what interest rate will be. Ask
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Shopping Around
HERE’S THE INSIDE SCOOP ON HOW TO DO IT RIGHT! First: make sure you are working with an experienced, professional loan officer. The largest financial transaction of your life is far too important
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Purchasing a Home
I am interested in buying a home. What do I need to do to buy a home? How much of a home loan can I qualify for? Can I get a house with no money for a down payment? I want to buy my first home. Th
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Questions to ask a realtor
Before you hire a realtor to either help you sell your home or help you find a new one there are some questions you will want to ask to make sure the fit is right. You will first want to ask the rea
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Questions to ask your mortgage broker
When you apply for a mortgage loan there are many important questions you will want to ask your mortgage broker. The questions you ask will give you a clearer picture of the mortgage you will be recei
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Collections
Q: Can I still get a home mortgage loan with open collections showing on my credit? A: Yes you can Q: How do I get these collections removed from my credit? A: Accurate negative items reported
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