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How To Land A Mortgage Post Loan Modification

By Scott Sheldon / April 24, 2015

If you completed a loan modification in the past, you’ll need to meet certain credit thresholds to get a green light for a new loan. What to know… What Is A Loan Modification? A loan modification also known as a restructured mortgage is a loan in which the original terms of the transaction changed resulting…

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3 Low Down Payment Options First Time Buyers Have To Get Their Foot In The Door

By Scott Sheldon / April 9, 2015

Demand for housing remains strong as we enter this spring season. Renters are finding buying a home may even in some cases be less than renting. If you don’t have a lot of cash are looking to purchase your first home this year read on…. How Much Cash You Will Need Hint- it’s less than…

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How To Refinance To A 15 Year Mortgage Even If Your Financials Don't Pencil

By Scott Sheldon / April 2, 2015

One of the best way is bar none to eliminate your mortgage debt is moving into a 15 year fixed rate loan. With the average spread a full 1% compared to its 30 year mortgage counterpart, a 15 year mortgage provide can an increased rate of acceleration in paying off the biggest obligation of your…

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Does My Loan Type Hurt My Credit Score?

By Scott Sheldon / February 28, 2015

Future favorable financing deals, low rates and preferred credit offerings all will be available depending on how well you manage the grandaddy credit type: a mortgage loan. Generally, when you take out a mortgage on home, you can expect a sharp and noticeable increase in all three credit scores, just by virtue of making a…

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Do I Need To Provide Bank Statements For Getting A Sonoma County Loan?

By Scott Sheldon / January 21, 2015

Yes, lenders will need full supporting documentation showing cash to close and/or savings in the bank necessary for qualifying on whichever loan program you are working with. Expect lenders to require at least two months of bank statements on any monthly account, and most recent last two quarters on any quarterly accounts same goes for…

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Why Its Not Cheaper Or Easier To Refinance With Your Mortgage Holder

By Scott Sheldon / March 31, 2014

Planning to refinance your house? Deciding through the advertisements, telephone solicitations, direct mail can be mean endless choices. Opting to try your mortgage holder? If yes, buyer be aware offers to good to be true. What to know about your mortgage holder’s offer… *For anyone who has refinanced their home or bought a home since…

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Single Pay Mortgage Insurance: A Secret Alternative To Avoiding Monthly PMI

By Scott Sheldon / July 14, 2013

For consumers purchasing or refinancing a home with less than 20% equity, little-known fee inflates the monthly outlay. Mortgage insurance is paid by the the homeowner for the benefit of the lender to ensure the lender against future payment default. Mortgage insurance, also dubbed as PMI (an acronym for private mortgage insurance), can be easily…

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How Divorce Affects Your Ability To Qualify For A Mortgage

By Scott Sheldon / June 16, 2013

Getting a mortgage loan is challenging enough, with strict underwriting, providing detailed explanations, sourcing of monies and debt ratios, adding a divorce into the mix makes things even more technical for the divorced borrower. The good news is despite most divorce circumstances, many can still successfully obtain financing. Here’s what to know and do when…

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