The Mortgage Files
Nationally syndicated mortgage news and advice from Senior Loan Officer Scott Sheldon.
Don’t make this common 401K home buying mistake
One excellent way to buy a house is to borrow money from your 401k. Every 401K provider is different, and the language associated with your 401k provider can make or break your ability to buy a home. Here’s what you need to know if you’re borrowing money from your 401k to purchase a house. For…
Read More about Don’t make this common 401K home buying mistakeWhy your mortgage goals may not happen
If you’re desiring to refinance your house or even buy a new one and you don’t have several hundred thousand dollars, you’re probably going to need a mortgage. One of the things you should carefully consider is the mortgage company that you’re choosing to apply with. Here are some things you might want to think…
Read More about Why your mortgage goals may not happenWhy you shouldn’t be solely focused on credit when it comes to getting a mortgage
For you to successfully purchase a home or refinance a home, you’ll want to pay attention to your overall financial picture. Each mortgage lender requires a blend of healthy credit, manageable debt, and income as a basis for support for the whole picture. The following are some of the things to consider when it comes…
Read More about Why you shouldn’t be solely focused on credit when it comes to getting a mortgage3 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 More about 3 ways that will prevent you from getting a mortgageWhy your income is your lifeline to finance a home
Getting mortgage loan financing requires you have a blend of sufficient, cash ample credit and income to offset a proposed new expense. You must have the right combination of all three in order to purchase or refinance a home. What might not make sense however is the lifeline that’s going to link all the pieces…
Read More about Why your income is your lifeline to finance a homeHow to make your financial profile less intricate for a mortgage application
It’s no secret these days mortgage companies want you to jump through hoops and provide what might seem like endless amounts of paperwork in order to grant you credit. Here are some things to consider when applying for a mortgage so you can better position yourself for a successful outcome… Mortgage companies are in the…
Read More about How to make your financial profile less intricate for a mortgage applicationWhy your income is your lifeline to finance a home
Getting mortgage loan financing requires you providing a blend of good cash, ample credit, and income to offset a proposed new expense i.e. a mortgage loan. You must have the right blend of all three in order to purchase or refinance a home. What might not make sense however is the lifeline that’s going to…
Read More about Why your income is your lifeline to finance a homeHow to lower your debt to income when getting a mortgage
Your debt to income ratio represents the number of monthly expenses you have in relation to your monthly income. Lenders usually want this number to be no more than 50% of your monthly income. If you have a debt to income problem, this information is for you… One of the ways to increase your debt…
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