My Mortgage is Underwater, What are My Options?

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Are you drowning in debt? Is your mortgage underwater? Do you face foreclosure or mortgage delinquency? Believe it or not, despite such hardships and overwhelming financial challenges, there are some proven ways to find relief and get your life back … [Read more...]

Mortgage Glossary

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203b(b): A single family program through the FHA that protects lenders against the possibility of the lender defaulting.  It can be used to finance the purchase of both new or existing one to four family housing units.  203(b) loans are famous for … [Read more...]

How to Check Your Credit Score Before Apply for a Mortgage

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What's your credit score? This is the first question you should be prepared to answer when applying for a mortgage or really any big purchase. When was the last time you checked your score? If you canÕt answer this simple question itÕs time to … [Read more...]

Homeowners Insurance: Do I need it and if so, why?

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Homeowners insurance is one of those things that you should always have.  It protects your home and belongings if tragedy strikes.  Even some renters are required to maintain insurance on a property.  But the truth is most lenders require it on a … [Read more...]

Home Loan Paperwork: What Documents You Need To Get a Mortgage

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As a future home buyer, it is important for you to get your documents in order so that you have everything you will need for your mortgage application. This is often an issue for buyers who are in the process of moving as they will pack things away … [Read more...]

Discussing FHA Loans

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Many people looking for a mortgage have heard different terms being thrown around, but how many actually know exactly what they are?  Take FHA loans, for instance.  What are they and what does it benefit a buyer to get one? An FHA loan is simply a … [Read more...]

Conventional Loans: What are they and why get one?

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Conventional loans are a breed unto themselves.  They offer many differences than most other loans, which in this case, it is a good thing.  That’s because being different here can save you money. Unlike other loans such as VA or FHA, … [Read more...]

8 Ways to Guarantee a Mortgage Approval

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Before you go applying for mortgage rates or even take a car ride to find your dream home, it’s important to know exactly what you can get approved for. 1. Work history. Nothing is more appealing to a mortgage lender than a steady source of … [Read more...]

7 Reasons to Call Your Mortgage Broker, Right Now

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Any mortgage broker, especially in this market, should be top of mind. Checking in from time to time, just might make your mortgage situation improve. This market has lots of things changing when it comes to preparing to buy a new home or after … [Read more...]