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Three Tips to Ensure That a Reverse Mortgage Makes Sense for Your Financial Situation

April 14, 2016 by Robby Oakes

If you’re having financial troubles, or if you need to free up a large sum in a short period of time, a reverse mortgage is a great way to get the money you need without having to take on new debt or make monthly payments. The great advantages of a reverse mortgage are that you don’t need to make any loan payments until you decide to move out of the house and that in spite of the interest rates attached, you’ll never owe more than the value of your home.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgages, Reverse Mortgages

Can You Refinance into a VA Mortgage from Another Type of Mortgage? Yes, If You Qualify

April 8, 2016 by Robby Oakes

VA mortgages stand out as one of the biggest benefits to men and women serving in the military. Although private lenders make the loan, the Department of Veterans Affairs guarantees all VA mortgages, which is why these loans come with favorable terms and benefits not found with other mortgage types.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage Refinancing, Mortgages

Retiring Soon? Learn How a Reverse Mortgage Can Add to Your Retirement Security

March 22, 2016 by Robby Oakes

How does a reverse mortgage work, and how can it help you to have a more financially secure retirement? Here’s what you need to know.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgages, Reverse Mortgages

The Pros and Cons of A Fixed Rate Second Mortgage vs. Opening a Home Equity Line of Credit

March 8, 2016 by Robby Oakes

If you’re looking at paying off debt and are re-considering the equity in your home, here are a few things you’ll need to know about refinancing your mortgage and home equity lines of credit.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgages, Refinancing

The FHA Mortgage Minimum Credit Score Has Been Reduced. Here’s What You Need to Know…

March 3, 2016 by Robby Oakes

If you haven’t heard about the changes to the Federal Housing Administration’s (FHA) credit score minimum, here’s some information on the recent reduction and how it may impact your home purchase.

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage Preapprovals and Credit, Mortgages

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