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  • How to Decide if You Should Refinance

    How to Decide if You Should Refinance

    The unbelievable low mortgage rates of the past two years have generated a lot of refinance loans. However, experts indicate that borrowers need to look at the big picture and make sure it is a good time to refinance before talking to a lender.

  • Making the Closing on an FHA Purchase as Easy as Possible

    Making the Closing on an FHA Purchase as Easy as Possible

    Getting approved for an FHA mortgage to purchase a home is a THRILL! You want that excitement to continue through the closing and up to the move-in day. Here are some tips to make the closing a smooth transition.

  • Jumbo Mortgage Rates Will Follow Fuel Prices

    Jumbo Mortgage Rates Will Follow Fuel Prices

    The obvious answer is to lock in your jumbo mortgage rate before more fear and speculation drives rates up higher. The Federal Reserve has already hinted that taking action in the next quarter is not necessary. This could signal a small increase in rates, leaving you missing out on a great opportunity.

  • Homes Eligibility for VA Mortgages

    Homes Eligibility for VA Mortgages

    Veterans are provided the opportunity to finance the purchase of a home under the Veterans Administration (VA) mortgage program. The loan is offered through approved lenders and governed by the guidelines set forth by the VA. As part of the guidelines, there are certain homes that meet the requirements for property eligibility.

  • HUD Announces 2012 FHA Loan Limits

    HUD Announces 2012 FHA Loan Limits

    The Departement of Housing and Urban Development announces updated 2012 FHA loan limits effective January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2012. Below is an excerpt from the Mortgagee Letter:

  • How is a Jumbo Loan Different from Other Mortgages?

    How is a Jumbo Loan Different from Other Mortgages?

    The term Jumbo mortgage gets used quite a bit but some people are not certain about what that really means. The listing below will illustrate some of the common elements of a Jumbo mortgage in reference to other types of home loans

  • The Basics of Conventional Loans

    The Basics of Conventional Loans

    Most of the popular news concerning mortgages seems to have the same theme. Qualifying for a mortgage is tougher than it used to be and requirements are a little stricter. However, there are still a lot of people who qualify for conventional mortgages.

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    FHA Loans

    Making the Closing on an FHA Purchase as Easy as Possible

    Making the Closing on an FHA Purchase as Easy as Possible

    [ 0 ] April 11, 2012

    Getting approved for an FHA mortgage to purchase a home is a THRILL! You want that excitement to continue through the closing and up to the move-in day. Here are some tips to make the closing a smooth transition.

    VA Loans

    Homes Eligibility for VA Mortgages

    Homes Eligibility for VA Mortgages

    [ 0 ] February 6, 2012

    Veterans are provided the opportunity to finance the purchase of a home under the Veterans Administration (VA) mortgage program. The loan is offered through approved lenders and governed by the guidelines set forth by the VA. As part of the guidelines, there are certain homes that meet the requirements for property eligibility.

    USDA Loans

    USDA Rural Housing: A True No Money Down Mortgage

    USDA Rural Housing: A True No Money Down Mortgage

    [ 0 ] November 22, 2011

    Thanks to the USDA home loan program it is still possible for people to purchase a home without the need for a large down payment. The major requirement for this loan is the location of the property. Only homes located in the areas deemed rural by the USDA will qualify. However, rural does not have the meaning that is typically considered by most people.

    Conventional Loans

    The Basics of Conventional Loans

    The Basics of Conventional Loans

    [ 0 ] December 6, 2011

    Most of the popular news concerning mortgages seems to have the same theme. Qualifying for a mortgage is tougher than it used to be and requirements are a little stricter. However, there are still a lot of people who qualify for conventional mortgages.

    Jumbo Loans

    Jumbo Mortgage Rates Will Follow Fuel Prices

    Jumbo Mortgage Rates Will Follow Fuel Prices

    [ 0 ] March 19, 2012

    The obvious answer is to lock in your jumbo mortgage rate before more fear and speculation drives rates up higher. The Federal Reserve has already hinted that taking action in the next quarter is not necessary. This could signal a small increase in rates, leaving you missing out on a great opportunity.

    Refinance Options

    How to Decide if You Should Refinance

    How to Decide if You Should Refinance

    [ 0 ] May 15, 2012

    The unbelievable low mortgage rates of the past two years have generated a lot of refinance loans. However, experts indicate that borrowers need to look at the big picture and make sure it is a good time to refinance before talking to a lender.

    News and Updates

    FHA Mortgage Insurance Premiums Effective April 9, 2012

    FHA Mortgage Insurance Premiums Effective April 9, 2012

    [ 0 ] March 7, 2012

    Effective April 9, 2012 The charts below illustrate the 10 basis points (0.10%) increase in the Annual FHA Mortgage Insurance Premiums. The Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premium (UFMIP) will increase 75 basis points (0.75%).