The Mortgage Files

Nationally syndicated mortgage news and advice from Senior Loan Officer Scott Sheldon.

How do determine whether not you have a property tax bill due

How do determine whether not you have a property tax bill due

By Scott Sheldon / October 10, 2021

Property taxes are due twice a year in April and December. The county in which you purchased a home sends out these tax bills by the annual property taxes. If you’re a homeowner here’s what you need to know and how property tax bills relate to them being due. There are a few different categories…

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Comparing Rates Takes Knowledge

Why the media is the worst gauge for the direction mortgage rates

By sonomacountym / October 10, 2017

If you’re in the market for a mortgage, the worst gauge the direction of mortgage rates is the media. Here’s why … Mortgage rates trade in lockstep with the mortgage back securities market which changes with the ebb and flow of the stock market. As Money flows in and out of stocks, the same happens…

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