The Mortgage Files
Nationally syndicated mortgage news and advice from Senior Loan Officer Scott Sheldon.
Covet 19 should you be buying a house right now?
Purchasing a house is a very large financial investment and it needs to be done with care and prudence. With the chaos, the doom and gloom you may be asking yourself should you buy a house? Should you wait or should you pull the trigger on the high-ticket item? Here are some things to consider…
Read More about Covet 19 should you be buying a house right now?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 mistakeDon’t make this home buying when negotiating the purchase price of a house
Buying a home is a high ticket purchase. It requires careful planning and due diligence. One of the biggest factors of buying a home is taking into consideration all the various reports, dates, and deadlines. It can be quite an ordeal of a process if it’s not handled correctly. Here is what to know… One…
Read More about Don’t make this home buying when negotiating the purchase price of a houseWhy 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 mortgageHow 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…
Read More about How to lower your debt to income when getting a mortgage6 common mortgage loan scenarios you cannot circumnavigate
For some people getting a mortgage can be very challenging based on their financial profile. Following are some things to consider if your financial profile need some extra work and attention These are not all, but these are just some of the scenarios that can mortgage companies often see… I don’t want to apply for…
Read More about 6 common mortgage loan scenarios you cannot circumnavigateHow the FHA 100 mile rule limits your ability to rent out and buy a home
FHA Loans are one of the most flexible loan programs available in the US housing market today. They are incredibly flexible only require a 3.5% down payment and offers very makes sense underwriting. If you’re looking at an FHA loan however and you already own a house and your desiring to borrow money to buy…
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