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Starting to Shop for a Mortgage? How to Assess Your ‘Debt-to-Income Ratio’ and Why This Number Matters

June 25, 2014 by Robby Oakes

For those who are looking to get a mortgage, the most important factor for having a mortgage application approved is the debt-to-income ratio of the borrower.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Debt To Income Ratio, Mortgage Financing, Mortgage Loan Information

The FHA Hawk Program for New Homebuyers is Coming: Here’s How It Affects Your Mortgage Insurance Premiums

June 24, 2014 by Robby Oakes

The FHA offers many new programs and incentives for new homebuyers to take advantage of so that they can be part of the effort to ease the credit crisis.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: FHA Hawk Program, Mortgage, Mortgage Insurance

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 23, 2014

June 23, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s scheduled economic news included the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index, Housing Starts and Building Permits. The Fed’s Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) issued its usual statement at the conclusion of its meeting, and Fed Chair Janet Yellen also gave a press conference.

Filed Under: Market Outlook Tagged With: Mortgage, Mortgage Rates, Unemployment

Dos And Donts Of Buying Distressed Real Estate

June 20, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Distressed real estate is real estate in need of serious repairs. These properties are often called “handyman specials.” If you have the skill or the money to complete the repairs, you can often find great deals. Here are some dos and donts of buying distressed real estate.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Distressed Real Estate, DIY, Real Estate Tips

FOMC Statement: Quantitative Easing Tapered by $10 Billion

June 19, 2014 by Robby Oakes

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) determined that current economic conditions warranted another $10 billion reduction in the Fed’s asset purchases.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Reports, FOMC, Unemployment

Should You Finance The Sale Of Your Home By Yourself?

June 18, 2014 by Robby Oakes

You’ve decided to put your home up for sale. Now, how are you going to make the most money selling it and get it sold the fastest? Perhaps you should consider providing owner financing, also known as seller financing.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Owner Finance, Property Financing

What To Do When Your Real Estate Loan Is Declined

June 17, 2014 by Robby Oakes

There are many reasons why a mortgage loan could be declined. It doesn’t have to be the end of your real estate dreams. Here are a few things to consider if you’ve been turned down for a mortgage.

Filed Under: Mortagage Tips Tagged With: Home Buying, Mortgage, Mortgage Tips

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 16, 2014

June 16, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news was quiet in the housing sector, but retail sales and employment-related reports provided indications of less consumer spending and reduced consumer confidence.

Filed Under: Market Outlook Tagged With: FOMC, Freddie Mac, Mortgage

What Are The Closing Costs Of Real Estate?

June 13, 2014 by Robby Oakes

You’ve found the perfect property and a great mortgage loan with the best interest rate you can find. What’s next in the home buying experience? Signing the contracts and paying the closing costs. But what exactly are closing costs?

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Closing Costs, Home Buying, Mortgage Tips

DIY Or Hire It Done, Renovating Real Estate Investment Properties

June 13, 2014 by Robby Oakes

Sometimes, when buying – or even thinking about buying real estate for investment purposes, you’re faced with the need to fix up the property.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tips Tagged With: DIY, Homeowner Tips, Renovating Real Estate

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