The Mortgage Files
Nationally syndicated mortgage news and advice from Senior Loan Officer Scott Sheldon.
Minimum credit scores changing on mortgage programs due to Coronavirus
If you are in the market for mortgage loan financing or will be in 2020 this information could be very pertinent to your situation. Here is what you need to know about what is going on right now and likely will happen throughout the rest of this year… The Coronavirus pandemic is not only a…
Read More about Minimum credit scores changing on mortgage programs due to CoronavirusHow the new PPP Loan may adversely affect your mortgage
If you’re looking for mortgage loan financing and you have taking out or considering the new federal paycheck Protection Program mortgage loan here’s some things you need to know… Residential Mortgage financing does require a certain amount of monthly income and having expenses that are low enough to be in alignment with a new proposed…
Read More about How the new PPP Loan may adversely affect your mortgageIs is a second mortgage making your refinance harder? This tip may help…
Mortgage lenders sometimes take an overly gun shy approach to how a mortgage loan is originated. One such example of this is if you have a first and a second mortgage on your home. Let us say your goal is to refinance and to not get any money out but just combine the first and…
Read More about Is is a second mortgage making your refinance harder? This tip may help…How to navigate mortgage appraisal situations during the Coronavirus pandemic
One of the things that have changed since the coronavirus has taken shape is how mortgage lenders are viewing appraisals. If you’re buying or refinancing a home here’s what you need to know… If you have a very good strong financial package typically 20% equity with good credit score and sufficient savings in the bank…
Read More about How to navigate mortgage appraisal situations during the Coronavirus pandemicDon’t make this common 401K home buying mistake
One excellent way to buy a house is to borrow money from your 401k. Every 401K provider is different, and the language associated with your 401k provider can make or break your ability to buy a home. Here’s what you need to know if you’re borrowing money from your 401k to purchase a house. For…
Read More about Don’t make this common 401K home buying mistakeDon’t make this home buying when negotiating the purchase price of a house
Buying a home is a high ticket purchase. It requires careful planning and due diligence. One of the biggest factors of buying a home is taking into consideration all the various reports, dates, and deadlines. It can be quite an ordeal of a process if it’s not handled correctly. Here is what to know… One…
Read More about Don’t make this home buying when negotiating the purchase price of a houseWhy your mortgage goals may not happen
If you’re desiring to refinance your house or even buy a new one and you don’t have several hundred thousand dollars, you’re probably going to need a mortgage. One of the things you should carefully consider is the mortgage company that you’re choosing to apply with. Here are some things you might want to think…
Read More about Why your mortgage goals may not happen3 ways that will prevent you from getting a mortgage
If you want a mortgage, you need to play by the lender’s rules. There’s an old saying called the Golden Rule he who has the money makes the rules. When it comes to getting mortgage loan financing you need to be prepared to show supporting income documentation and have your ducks lined up. Here is…
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