How Do Mortgage Companies Value A Property That Has Not Been Built Yet?
Appraisals on homes that haven't been built yet generally require the contractor and home buyer to
Continue ReadingFive Myths About Home Values
the actual appraisal process has changed very little over the course of the housing boom and bust
Continue ReadingTalk the Talk – Know the Mortgage Lingo at Closing
Many borrowers go through the closing process in a haze, nodding, smiling, and signing through a
Continue ReadingMaking Sure Your Cash-To-Close Comes From The Proper Source
Providing proper asset documentation and the actual source of the funds is a critical element of
Continue ReadingUnderstanding the Difference Between an Appraisal vs Neighborhood Listing Prices
Why is there such a difference between what my appraised value is and the price similar homes are
Continue ReadingCalculating The Net Benefit Of A Refinance Transaction
Calculating the net benefit of refinancing can be a challenging task if you do not understand what
Continue ReadingShould I Refinance or Get a HELOC For Home Improvements?
For homeowners interested in making some property improvements without tapping into their savings
Continue ReadingFirst-Time Home Buyer Checklist
Getting a new mortgage for a First-Time Home Buyer can be a little overwhelming with all of the
Continue ReadingUnderstanding the FHA Mortgage Insurance Premium (MIP)
Mortgage Insurance is a very important part of every FHA loan since a loan that only requires a
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