credit: The New Good Faith Estimate (GFE) Form, Page 2 Section A - 11/12/09 01:24 AM
Page 2 of the new Good Faith Estimate (GFE) will look significantly different from Good Faith Estimates of the past.
Section A has 2 parts.
Item 1 is the origination charge, or what the lender is charging you for the loan. This number includes ALL lender fees, combined into one … (0 comments)

credit: How to "Shop" Loans and Lenders Part 1 of 7 (How to Shop Mortgage Loan Series) - 08/01/09 03:48 PM
Many Buyers pay 1-3% too much for their loan in up-front costs, even after "shopping" for lenders. Some choose a lender solely based on which one has the lowest up-front costs, but they end up paying for it by getting an interest rate that is higher than they qualify for. Others … (6 comments)

credit: How to "Shop" Loans and Lenders Part 2 of 7 (Same Day - Same Time) - 08/01/09 03:46 PM
Many Buyers pay 1-3% too much for their loan in up-front costs, even after "shopping" for lenders. Some choose a lender solely based on which one has the lowest up-front costs, but they end up paying for it by getting an interest rate that is higher than they qualify for. Others … (0 comments)

credit: How to "Shop" Loans and Lenders Part 3 of 7 (Same Facts) - 08/01/09 03:45 PM
Many Buyers pay 1-3% too much for their loan in up-front costs, even after "shopping" for lenders. Some choose a lender solely based on which one has the lowest up-front costs, but they end up paying for it by getting an interest rate that is higher than they qualify for. Others … (0 comments)

credit: How to "Shop" Loans and Lenders Part 4 of 7 (TOTAL Cost) - 08/01/09 03:43 PM
Many Buyers pay 1-3% too much for their loan in up-front costs, even after "shopping" for lenders. Some choose a lender solely based on which one has the lowest up-front costs, but they end up paying for it by getting an interest rate that is higher than they qualify for. Others … (0 comments)

credit: How to "Shop" Loans and Lenders Part 5 of 7 (Friend/Special Deal) - 08/01/09 03:39 PM
Many Buyers pay 1-3% too much for their loan in up-front costs, even after "shopping" for lenders. Some choose a lender solely based on which one has the lowest up-front costs, but they end up paying for it by getting an interest rate that is higher than they qualify for. Others … (0 comments)

credit: How to "Shop" Loans and Lenders Part 6 of 7 (References) - 08/01/09 03:38 PM
Many Buyers pay 1-3% too much for their loan in up-front costs, even after "shopping" for lenders. Some choose a lender solely based on which one has the lowest up-front costs, but they end up paying for it by getting an interest rate that is higher than they qualify for. Others … (0 comments)

credit: How to "Shop" Loans and Lenders Part 7 of 7 (Extras/Additional Information) - 08/01/09 03:36 PM
Many Buyers pay 1-3% too much for their loan in up-front costs, even after "shopping" for lenders. Some choose a lender solely based on which one has the lowest up-front costs, but they end up paying for it by getting an interest rate that is higher than they qualify for. Others … (0 comments)

credit: How is Earnest Money Applied at Closing? - 04/08/09 11:35 AM
Earnest Money is applied as a credit to you at Settlement.
The settlement sheet is basically a balance sheet. The money you owe is on the top of your side (purchase price, closing costs, your portion of property taxes, etc.) All the money paid on your behalf (loan proceeds, earnest money, … (0 comments)

credit: Key Details of the $8,000 Federal Tax Credit for Salt Lake City, Utah Area Homebuyers - 02/19/09 01:18 PM
Key Details of the $8,000 Federal Tax Credit for Utah Homebuyers
Buy a home between January 1, 2009 and December 1, 2009. Get $8,000 Federal Tax Credit when you file your 2009 Tax Return (or sooner, see below). This does not have to be repaid. (UNLESS: You sell the home within … (9 comments)

credit: What You May Not Hear About The Housing And Economic Recovery Act of 2008 - 07/30/08 06:47 PM
The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 was signed today and that could mean you or someone you know may qualify for up to a $7,500 Refundable Tax Credit.
But...
Be Informed
There are some strings attached to this tax credit that you may not be aware of:
(Click here … (3 comments)

credit: The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 - How First Time Home Buyers can get a $7,500 Refundable Tax Credit - 07/30/08 06:44 PM
The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 was signed today and that could mean you or someone you know may qualify for up to a $7,500 Refundable Tax Credit.
A simple overview of how it works
You are eligible if:
You are a first time home buyer (meaning neither you … (0 comments)

credit: Home Buyers - Estimate Your Credit Score! - 03/27/08 12:03 AM
I came across this while reading an article today about financing and the state of the real estate market. I thought I would check it out (since it's free, right?) and see how accurate it could guess my credit score.
Well, I have to say, it was pretty accurate! Obviously this isn't … (4 comments)

credit: Your Credit Might Not Be As Bad As You Think - 05/14/07 12:00 PM
Many buyers in the Salt Lake City, Utah area have been unsure of their standing in the credit department. This has led them to agree to pay a higher interest rate, convinced that they should, when in reality, their credit may not have been low enough to merit the higher rate. 
Those who … (1 comments)

credit: Why Loan Pre-Qualification Isn't Good Enough - 05/08/07 04:59 PM
Utah Homebuyers should be Pre-Approved BEFORE they make an offer.We strongly recommend that all our clients get Pre-Approved for a mortgage so they know in advance exactly how much you can afford and that their loan will go through. It also adds credibility and strength to their offer and is a … (1 comments)

 
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