The Mortgage Files
Nationally syndicated mortgage news and advice from Senior Loan Officer Scott Sheldon.
The 2017 Mortgage Rate Environment
The mortgage industry has gone through some changes in the last three months. If you are looking to finance a home in 2017, it is important that you know what the opportunities are and how to capitalize on them. Over the next 12 months, keep these items in mind as you consider your financing arrangements:…
Read More about The 2017 Mortgage Rate EnvironmentThe 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 feesHow to get a mortgage for a manufactured home without mortgage insurance
If you own a manufactured home, or if you are looking to purchase one, here is what you need to know when it comes to mortgage loan financing: Manufactured homes are not the same thing as modular homes. Manufactured homes are constructed, purchased at a dealer, and then moved to their final destination where they…
Read More about How to get a mortgage for a manufactured home without mortgage insuranceFHA loan limits for 2017 rise
Just before Thanksgiving the Federal Housing Finance Agency released the conforming loan limits change for 2017. This change resulted in higher loan limits beginning in January for many counties across the country. The FHA has now followed suit. Here is what to know about the FHA Loan Limits changes… The Federal Housing Administration is the…
Read More about FHA loan limits for 2017 rise2017 Loan Limits Change Makes It Easier To Get A Mortgage
The Federal Housing Finance Agency just recently released that the loan limits for 2017 are going up. In many areas throughout the country loan amount sizes are increasing. In particular the conforming loan limit has also risen from $417,000 to $424,100. Here’s what this means… Rising loan limits make it easier to secure mortgage financing.…
Read More about 2017 Loan Limits Change Makes It Easier To Get A MortgageWhich 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 askThe ideal mortgage candidate
When it comes time to purchase or refinance a home lenders are look for a certain financial profile. Your financial profile should have these things… There is four things lenders look at when deciding whether not to grant you financing and having a balance of each will score you better terms and an easier process.…
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