Mortgage Points: Getting to the Point
What are Mortgage Points?
When it comes to mortgages, a point is a very simple calculation. It is precisely 1% of the value of the amount mortgaged. Read More
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USDA Loans: Buy a home with no down payment.
In today’s housing market, those wanting to buy a home with no down payment have limited options. The 2008 financial crisis led to the rapid demise of subprime lending and a harsh tightening of mortgage credit. Fortunately, USDA RD loans are still running strong offering 100% financing with low mortgage rates for home purchases.
Fixed-Rate Mortgage: Stability for your home
Fixed-rates mortgages are considered to be the “gold standard” of today’s mortgage products in America. It’s no surprise they are the most popular mortgage product used today for both purchases and refinances. Read More
FHA eases wait period after Bankruptcy and Foreclosure
The Federal Housing Administration recently announced that it will soon be easier for borrowers with bankruptcy, foreclosure or a short sale in their past to qualify for an FHA loan. On August 15th, HUD released a mortgagee letter outlining new requirements for applicants who have experienced an “economic event” in their past that they have since recovered from. Read More
Mortgage PreQualification…Before the shopping begins
Before a prospective home buyer sets out to find that perfect home, it’s important for them to know how much they can afford and what other financing limitations may be. That’s when obtaining a Mortgage Prequalification is most beneficial. In fact, for many home buyers a Mortgage Prequalification or “PreQual” is the first step into the finance process.
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