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What Sellers Need to Know About Becoming a Lender with Creative Financing

March 13, 2025 by Robby Oakes

Creative financing can be an attractive option for sellers, especially those with significant equity. One popular approach is carrying back a second mortgage, where the seller effectively becomes a lender to help the buyer complete the purchase.

Filed Under: Home Financing Tips Tagged With:  Creative Financing, Mortgage Tips, Seller Financing

How Can I Get Removed from a Mortgage as a Co-Signer?

February 7, 2025 by Robby Oakes

Being a co-signer on a mortgage can be a significant financial commitment, one that you might not want to maintain indefinitely. Whether your circumstances have changed, or the primary borrower is now in a position to manage the loan independently, it’s understandable to want to remove your name from the mortgage.

Filed Under: Home Financing Tips Tagged With: Loan Assumption, Mortgage Tips, Refinancing

Can You Be a First-Time Homebuyer Again?

January 29, 2025 by Robby Oakes

Purchasing a home is a significant milestone, and first-time homebuyer programs make the process easier for many stepping into homeownership. But what if you’ve owned a home before or are currently a homeowner?

Filed Under: Home Financing Tips Tagged With: Affordable Housing, First Time HomeBuyer, Home Buying Tips

Mortgage Insights: What You Need to Know About Financing a Fixer-Upper

August 7, 2024 by Robby Oakes

Buying a fixer-upper can be a strategic way to acquire a home below market value while customizing it to fit your needs. However, the financing process for these properties requires a bit of extra insight. As a loan officer, I’m here to guide you through the key mortgage considerations for purchasing a fixer-upper and help you secure the right financing to make your renovation dreams a reality.

Filed Under: Home Financing Tips Tagged With: FHA 203(k), Fixer Upper Financing , Home Renovation Loans  

The Fundamental Role of Title Insurance

April 23, 2024 by Robby Oakes

Title insurance is a necessary component of real estate transactions, playing a pivotal role in safeguarding the interests of buyers, sellers, and lenders. While it might not be as prominent as other aspects of the real estate process, its significance cannot be overstated.

Filed Under: Home Financing Tips Tagged With: Financing Tips, Protection, Title Insurance

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