The Mortgage Files
Nationally syndicated mortgage news and advice from Senior Loan Officer Scott Sheldon.
Which company you chose to handle your home refinance matters
Should you refinance your house with the random mortgage company offering you what appears to be too good to be true? Maybe…read on. One of the things which play in the mortgage industry is lenders popping up at of nowhere when interest rates drop. Quick buck companies that solely rely on refinance activity arrive out…
Read More about Which company you chose to handle your home refinance mattersShould you refinance with today’s historically low rates?
Many experts will tell you shouldn’t refinance unless you’re saving 1% lower in rate. With today’s interest rates being on average below 3% here’s how you should determine whether refinancing for you and your family makes sense or not… Stop paying attention to all of the internet articles and all the so-called financial experts out…
Read More about Should you refinance with today’s historically low rates?New fee for residential conventional mortgages
The Federal Housing Finance Agency just rolled out August 12th, 2020 new change to conventional mortgage refinances. Here’s what you need to know going forward… Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are now assessing 50 basis points loan level pricing adjustment on all refinances for conventional loans going forward. For example, a mortgage that was offered…
Read More about New fee for residential conventional mortgagesHow to reposition your debt to buy a home
Purchasing your first home or even a move-up home is no easy feat. You need to have a blend of credit, income, and manageable monthly expenses so you can support the desired house payment you’re looking to take on. The number one reason why people have a difficult time getting qualified to purchase a home,…
Read More about How to reposition your debt to buy a homeHow to button up your finances for getting a mortgage
If you are trying to get a mortgage, the number one thing you need is affordability. How much you earn in relation to how much you spend can make or break your mortgage application. Here are some things to consider when you’re trying to figure out how to best improve your chances of borrowing money…
Read More about How to button up your finances for getting a mortgageWhat to know about VA loans
The VA mortgage is hands-down the best mortgage loan program. Here’s what you need to know if you’re a US military veteran and you’re eligible for VA financing… The VA does not grant loans, but they guarantee loans. The Depart of Veteran’s Affairs guarantees the lender against payment default. VA loans typically have much lower…
Read More about What to know about VA loansAll about FHA Loans for 2020 and beyond
One of the most popular mortgage loan programs continues to be popular especially amongst first time home buyers is the FHA loan. FHA Loans can help bridge the gap between renting and owning an offer numerous benefits. It is prudent as an informed consumer to know the mechanics of how FHA Loans work and all…
Read More about All about FHA Loans for 2020 and beyondWhy interest rates will probably not get any lower
Interest rates are a big driver of the mortgage market. People purchasing houses and refinancing houses are taking advantage of today’s historically low rates. Here are some fundamentals you should be aware of when it comes to interest rates and what the market may or may not do going forward… First things first what drives…
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