The Mortgage Files
Nationally syndicated mortgage news and advice from Senior Loan Officer Scott Sheldon.
Are we in a housing bubble?
As prices continue to climb many are wondering if there’s going to be a pop similar to the financial crisis. Here is the reality of mortgage and housing market… The financial crisis was brought on by the subprime meltdown. The subprime mortgage products that were available led to the financial collapse of America and the…
Read More about Are we in a housing bubble?How your mortgage fees can change
Getting a mortgage can be a costly endeavor if you don’t plan accordingly. Deadlines, qualifying, and paperwork are some of the things you’re going to be dealing with over the course of your escrow. Here’s what you need to know regarding loan costs… Fees can change in part for a slew of reasons, but for…
Read More about How your mortgage fees can changeShould you really buy that home?
Buying a home is no easy feat. There’s a lot of paperwork and you need to be on top of your to secure the big ticket purchase. How do determine if you should pull the trigger or wait… Banks will let you take on a mortgage payment at no bigger than 45% of your monthly…
Read More about Should you really buy that home?Why using your income for a down payment may not fly
Working on your down payment money to buy a home? Here’s something you need to know…your paycheck can work against your down payment savings plan. Buying a home requires precision planning, good income, good credit, manageable liabilities and a healthy down payment. As much as 3.5% of the purchase price can be a big factor…
Read More about Why using your income for a down payment may not flyHow to figure out closing costs on a mortgage
Closing costs are a factor you must account for consider when taking out a mortgage to buy or refinance a home. Here’s what you need to know across the board… When can you take out a mortgage there’s fees that you’re going to pay to various service providers besides just the mortgage company. This includes,…
Read More about How to figure out closing costs on a mortgageShould you go FHA or Conventional?
FHA loans and conventional loans remain the most popular financing type for today’s mortgage borrowers. Here’s how to determine which program makes the most financial sense for you… FHA loans are insured by the Federal Housing Administration. The program contains two forms of mortgage insurance; an upfront mortgage insurance premium calculated at 1.75% of the…
Read More about Should you go FHA or Conventional?One really smart move to best prepare for getting a mortgage
Securing mortgage loan financing requires a laundry list of paperwork. Here’s a really simple tip you can take to the bank to make sure your process is easy while getting the best mortgage… Every year you gather together paperwork for doing your tax returns things like; receipts, explanations, paystubs and W-2s. 70% of this information…
Read More about One really smart move to best prepare for getting a mortgageHow to evaluate buying a rental property
Buying a rental property can be very lucrative and sound financial vestment. Here’s how to determine whether not buying a rental property with financing makes sense. Location, location, location Location for the property is critical. It is often thought a rental property is more dollars and cents transaction with less focus on location. While this…
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