The Mortgage Files
Nationally syndicated mortgage news and advice from Senior Loan Officer Scott Sheldon.
Expectations home buyers should have in today’s mortgage environment
Getting a mortgage is every bit as arduous as you might think. The paperwork can be technical and complex. Here is what you should expect if you plan to buy a home in 2017 or beyond. The reality is that the mortgage industry screwed up America, and the better part of the world, and paved…
Read More about Expectations home buyers should have in today’s mortgage environmentHow much the debt in your life is costing you
Your ability to save money can become compromised by the financial obligations you are paying in your life. If you have a mortgage and consumer debts, this article will help you determine: Should you stay the course or take action to start getting control of your cash? The nuts and bolts of a good financial…
Read More about How much the debt in your life is costing youThe factors that determine your loan fees
Costs to secure your financing are a big factor when it comes time to getting a mortgage. Knowing why your loan costs (X) dollars is critical in being able to better understand how lenders price loans in the marketplace. This is what you need to know… All loans have fees. All fees are paid for by…
Read More about The factors that determine your loan feesWhich option makes the most sense for cash out refinancing?
If you have the need to borrow money, but you don’t want to tap your assets cash out refinancing your home could be a good move. Here’s what to consider when determining what option for cash out refinance your home makes the most financial sense… Generally, when expense such as needing a new roof, or…
Read More about Which option makes the most sense for cash out refinancing?6 questions every lender will ask
Like it or not when you apply for a mortgage you’re going to go through financial scrutiny. How well your financial picture is in order will determine an easy, slow or difficult process. Here’s what you need to know when your file is reviewed… Mortgage underwriting in today’s environment is a very bureaucratic process. The…
Read More about 6 questions every lender will askAre 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?When Should I Lock-In My Mortgage Rate?
Not sure when to lock your interest rate on your mortgage? Here’s a few things to consider in getting the best possible combination of rate and price… The biggest things that determine the final rate and pricing are: loan size occupancy loan program i.e. Conventional, Jumbo, FHA, VA credit score property type loan to value…
Read More about When Should I Lock-In My Mortgage Rate?Here’s An Unconventional Way To Pay Off Your Home Faster Without Changing Terms
Most strategies to pay off your home involve making radical principal prepayments or moving to a shorter-term debt structure. Here is a way to refinance your home using your lender’s money. Quick Finance Lesson: Lenders generate more revenue on higher interest rate loans. The catch is, the additional revenue is not kept by the lender,…
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