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 … [Read More…]
How to remove private mortgage insurance
There is too much information circling around the internet, about how to remove mortgage insurance from your monthly mortgage payment. Unfortunately, it is not as simple as having 20% home equity either. … [Read More…]
Here is the lowest credit score you need to get a mortgage
Contrary to what you may hear or read, your credit does not have to be stellar to get a mortgage. Most banks and lenders require at least a 640 credit score. However, … [Read More…]
Why an FHA loan may be a suitable choice
FHA loans have gotten a bad rap in the last few years. Here is the Granddaddy Truth about FHA loans, you should really consider if you are looking for mortgage options! FHA … [Read More…]
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 … [Read More…]
Going backwards trying to save for a home?
Do you need help saving to buy a house? What you think you need and what you actually need may not be the same. Here is what you should know when … [Read More…]
How to get a down payment to buy a home
In order to buy a home, you need to have a balance of good credit, manageable debt, stable income and sufficient savings. Maintaining a balance between these four categories is challenging enough … [Read More…]
Should 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 … [Read More…]
Quirky Mortgage Borrowers Are Still Getting Loans
Had a previous bad credit event? Don’t have two years in the same field? Income not three times your proposed payment? Fear not, when your financial picture doesn’t fit the box, here’s … [Read More…]
The Biggest Mortgage Size You Can Get These Days
Buying or refinancing a home in a high cost market? With so many attractive interest rates advertised and loan programs available in the lending environment today deciphering what interest rate and program … [Read More…]
