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Lowballing 101: How to Avoid Insulting a Home Seller when Making a Low Offer for Their House or Condo

August 20, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Buying a home is a huge step for people who are ready to make an investment in their future. Getting a great deal on a home is just as important and knowing how much to offer could be confusing.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buying Tips, Making an Offer

Scam Alert! Three Mortgage Modification Scams to Watch out for (And How to Avoid Them)

August 19, 2014 by Robby Oakes

As if homeowners who are facing foreclosure don’t have enough to worry about, a multitude of loan modification scam artists have invaded the internet, public files and even foreclosure notices in newspapers in hopes of targeting their next victim.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Mortgage, Mortgage Modification, Mortgage Tips

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – Aug 18, 2014

August 18, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news brought little housing-related content, but several economic reports in other sectors contributed to overall perceptions of the economy.

Filed Under: Market Outlook Tagged With: FOMC, Market Outlook, NAHB

Experiencing ‘Purchase Anxiety’? How to Calm Your Nerves Before Committing to Buy a New Home

August 15, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Whether this is your first big purchase, or your family is moving to a new location or looking for more space, buying a home has its share of ups and downs. It’s perfectly normal to feel anxious about whether or not you’ve found the right property.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyers, Home Buying Tips

Can’t Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage? Here Are Three Tips to Try to Get a Mortgage Approval

August 14, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Few people in the world can afford to pay the entire cost of a new home upfront, which is why banks and other financial institutions offer mortgages. If you are having trouble getting approved for a mortgage, try using these easy tips.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Mortgage Financing, Mortgage Tips, Pre-Approvals

Mortgage Terms 101: Understanding ‘Cash-Out Refinancing’ and How to Determine if It’s Worth It

August 13, 2014 by Robby Oakes

By learning more about what a cash-out refinance is and what the pros and cons of this type of refinance loan are, you can make a decision that is best for your current and future plans.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Cash Out Refinancing, Mortgage Tips, Refinance

Five Tips for Managing Your Monthly Budget to Ensure Your Mortgage is Paid On-Time, Every Time

August 12, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Homeowners who are struggling to make their monthly mortgage payments can make it easier on themselves by cutting costs in other areas. Learning how to budget effectively will likely enable homeowners to pay their mortgage payments on-time, every time.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Mortgage Financing, Mortgage Tips, Paying Your Mortgage

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – Aug 11, 2014

August 11, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s housing related news was minimal, but a Federal Reserve survey of senior loan officers revealed that although credit standards for commercial and industrial loans as well as credit cards are easing, current mortgage credit standards are more stringent than in 2005.

Filed Under: Market Outlook Tagged With: Federal Reserve, Freddie Mac, Market Outlook

Five Absolute Truths About the Home Buying Process That You Will Need to Come to Terms With

August 8, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Buying a home is an exciting time, but there can be setbacks. In this article we’ll share 5 potential setbacks that home buyers will need to come to terms with to make a successful purchase.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buying, Real Estate Tips

Is a 40-Year Mortgage Worth It? How to Decide Whether or Not This Longer Term is Right for You

August 7, 2014 by Robby Oakes

If you’re thinking about a mortgage, you may be wondering what length of payment term to choose. Here are some points to consider to see if a 40-year mortgage is appropriate for you.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: 40-Year Mortgage, Mortgage Affordability, Mortgage Loan Information

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