The Mortgage Files
Nationally syndicated mortgage news and advice from Senior Loan Officer Scott Sheldon.
How to increase your investment rate of return using mortgage financing
If you’re looking to get a good return on your money, and you’re looking at bank accounts, you might want to consider paying down your mortgage balance. Before you do, here are some things you should consider… Most bank accounts generate paltry rates of return. Those returns are not getting you any interest on your…
Read MoreShould you improve your credit or buy a house now?
One of the challenges to purchasing a home is your credit score. Everyone knows to obtain the best financing available you need to have good credit or even better great credit. But for everybody else, if you’re quiet is questionable or middle of the road this information is for you… Traditionally, to get a…
Read MoreWhy you should not hesitate on making offer to buy a home
Let’s say if you are in the market to be buying a home. In the current environment here some things you might want to be aware of with regards to acting on a house that’s affordable and within your budget… You have found the family home that you could afford and it is priced at…
Read More3 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…
Read MoreHere is a legit non-traditional income program for self-employed mortgage borrowers
Traditionally, self-employed mortgage borrowers are more heavily scrutinized by mortgage companies because of their gyrating income. If their business stops the revenue stops and their ability to make a mortgage payment could be impacted. That’s the rationale behind why lenders look at self-employed borrowers more stringently. Lenders request both personal and or corporate returns from…
Read MoreShould you buy & build or buy a single family home?
Purchasing a house is representative of so many different things in life depending on who you ask. Buying a lot and constructing is a monstrous project requiring long-term planning. Here’s some things to consider if you’re trying to weigh out the options… Let’s first look at the example of building home. Building a home…
Read MoreWhy you need to buy a house if you have access to cash
Buying a house is probably the largest financial transaction most people will ever take on. Following is why you need to consider purchasing a house if you have access to cash… Buying a first home can be a pivotal moment in the milestones of life. Many people want the pride of being able to purchase…
Read MoreTax return losses may hurt your mortgage chances
Qualifying for a mortgage involves: an acceptable credit score, sufficient assets and stable income. These are to show you can support a mortgage payment, plus other liabilities. You must have a balance of all three to successfully qualify for financing. The following is what you must know when trying to qualify with “paper losses” on…
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