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Mortgage Broker Versus Mortgage Loan Officer - Which is Right for You?
In the process of searching for the best mortgage, you may come across both mortgage brokers and mortgage loan officers. What’s the difference and which one should you work with in securing the best loan at the best rate with the best service?
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Common Mortgage Misconceptions That Could Cost You Money
Homeowners have some common mortgage misconceptions that can cost them thousands of dollars. Learn what they are and the real facts.
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Payments to 4.2 Million Borrowers Covered by Foreclosure Agreement to Begin April 12
Payments to 4.2 million borrowers whose homes were in any stage of the foreclosure process in 2009 or 2010 are scheduled to begin on April 12.
Posted on April 10, 2013 by
Can You Still Afford a FHA Mortgage?
Getting a FHA mortgage was once the most affordable way for first-time mortgage borrowers to buy a home. But is that quickly changing?
Posted on February 27, 2013 by
Mortgage Refinancing Plans Gain New Interest in Congress and Treasury
The federal government is looking for ways to help homeowners who are in danger of being affected by the foreclosure crisis. What are some of the plans being discussed and how much money is involved in some of these plans?
Posted on February 08, 2013 by
It Is Not One Size Fits All - The Pros and Cons of Paying Off Your Mortgage Early
The decision whether to pay down, or entirely pay off your mortgage earlier, is largely dependent on your personal economic situation and confort level with alternative ways to deploy your capital safely.
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The Improving Housing Market - Should You Buy Now?
Is the housing market in a definite upswing nationally? If you have held off buying a home, is now the time to act before prices go much higher?
Posted on December 14, 2012 by
Many Mortgage Borrowers Leaving Thousands of Dollars on Table
A new report from Fannie Mae indicates that many U.S. mortgage shoppers are leaving thousands of dollars on the table when they apply and close a mortgage.
Posted on November 28, 2012 by
Does the Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP) Need to Be Expanded Again?
HARP has proven to be an effective tool for helping underwater homeowners refinance their mortgages down to more affordable levels. But is the program as currently constructed reaching enough homeowners to make a real difference in the housing market?
Posted on November 08, 2012 by
Getting a Mortgage for a Manhattan Co-op
Unlike buying a house, when you buy an apartment in a New York co-op, you’re not buying real property, but shares in a corporation. Because the buyer does not actually own any real estate, getting financing for a co-op can be more complicated and tricky than obtaining a traditional mortgage for a house.
Posted on November 07, 2012 by
The Nuances of Buying a Manhattan Co-op versus a Manhattan Condo
Those moving to New York for the first time and those New Yorkers who grow tired of paying rent and looking to purchase their own place are all likely to end up dealing with a choice that most homeowners outside New York do not face: whether to opt for a co-op or a condo. The pros and cons of each are discussed here.
Posted on November 06, 2012 by
Could New Mortgage Rules Make Obtaining A Mortgage More Difficult
While lending restrictions seem to be very stringent right now, there are new regulations that are set to be in place in 2013 which could make them even stricter.
Posted on November 02, 2012 by
Are You Benefitting from the Mortgage Interest Deduction?
The mortgage interest deduction has been on tax forms for many years. Would it affect you at all if that deduction was no longer available?
Posted on November 01, 2012 by
Choosing the Ideal Mortgage Products Based on Generational Differences
As you grow older, your mortgage needs change. But what types of mortgage products are available for buyers in different age groups and financial situations?
Posted on October 26, 2012 by
Reverse Mortgages: There is no such thing as "Free Money"
Sure, a reverse mortgage can fund your Caribbean cruises, and is generally tax-free and will not affect your social security or Medicare benefits, but reverse mortgages are not for everyone. Originally created to help seniors stay in their homes by converting equity in their homes to a sort of disposable income, reverse mortgages can end up being nightmares for seniors who cannot keep up with the terms and conditions associated with these types of loans.
Posted on October 21, 2012 by

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