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The Risks of Using a Mortgage for House Flipping

August 1, 2025 by Robby Oakes

House flipping, the practice of buying a property, renovating it, and quickly selling it for a profit, can be an exciting and potentially lucrative investment strategy. However, financing a flip with a traditional mortgage carries significant risks that investors should carefully consider before proceeding.

Filed Under: Home Financing Tips Tagged With: House Flipping, Investment Property, Mortgage Risks

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  

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