The collapse of the housing bubble affected banking practices and increased the difficulty of loan approval. Nearly all loans today require a down payment when closing, but there are two loan programs with 100 percent financing. Veteran Affairs Loans VA loans are available for veterans and presently serving military members. [...]
You may have been hearing about reverse mortgages lately. It seems that the topic has been everywhere, in the news, and on the internet. But many are still in the dark as to what exactly a reverse mortgage is; so let’s discuss the basics. What is a Reverse Mortgage? Simply [...]
Are you trying to apply for a mortgage? What if you have bad credit? Believe it or not, your dream of owning a home can still become a reality. If you have credit problems due to bankruptcy, foreclosure, or late payments to your credit card or other bills, there is [...]
Are you in the market for a new home? Have you found a home that’s a perfect match for your needs and personality? Instead of purchasing an existing home, a home construction loan can provide you with the resources needed to build your ideal living space. Take a look at [...]
If you are self-employed, you probably already know that securing a home loan may be more difficult for you than it is for other people. However, getting a home loan as a self-employed person is not impossible. How the Self-Employed Get Home Loans Essentially, securing a home loan as a [...]
First-time buyers, repeat buyers, homeowners looking to refinance—anyone who can meet the minimum program requirements is eligible for an FHA loan. Here are some great reasons to consider an FHA loan. Low down payment: Borrowers may only need a 3.5% down payment, rather than the 10% or even 20% you may [...]
There are many reasons why refinancing your home loan makes sense - opportunity to obtain a lower interest rate; chance to shorten the term of your mortgage; desire to convert from an adjustable rate mortgage to a fixed-rate mortgage or vice versa; opportunity to tap into your home's equity in [...]
Financing is defined as borrowing money to partially or completely pay for a property. In exchange for borrowing money, the lender gets an ownership stake in the property. This process is called a mortgage. But at some point, you may find your mortgage isn’t right for you anymore. You may [...]
There is no denying that the world is full of countless wonders that are beautiful to behold. That being said, there are quite a few reasons why so many people from all over the world flock to America. The Free Market This economic system allows for any one of us [...]