Real estate blog entries tagged with california refinance

Blog entries tagged with "california refinance":

california refinance: 100% Financing Options On The Table With FHA - 04/27/08 06:09 PM

With all the tightening guidelines, there is still one bright spot in the mortgage lending world. FHA loans are expanding their offerings, with higher conforming loan limits (see these higher conforming loan limits by California county here), down payment assistance programs and other legislation in the works to expand these programs, … (0 comments)

california refinance: "Conforming Jumbo Loan" Information Released Today! - 03/07/08 03:31 PM

Are you wondering what is going on with the expected increase in the Conforming Loan Limit set to take place through the " Economic Stimulus Package" signed by President Bush last month?
A chock full of information was released today as to how the "Economic Stimulus Package" and increase in Conforming Loan … (2 comments)

california refinance: Conforming Loan Limits to Temporarily Rise over $700,000 in California?! - 02/05/08 10:39 AM

Don't miss the boat when the Conforming Loan Limit increase comes, as it will be temporary! Call me or your mortgage broker to go through your current mortgage scenario, so you can be prepared when the time comes to take advantage of the temporary rise and lower your interest rate into … (2 comments)

california refinance: Does it make sense to Refi? - 01/30/08 02:57 PM

Here is a great article from Yahoo!
How do I decide whether it makes sense to refinance?
Q: Is it true that it is not really worth refinancing a 30-year mortgage unless it is to go down a full point of interest?
Q: At what point is it worth it to apply to refinance … (0 comments)

california refinance: Learning to Love Your Mortgage! - 12/17/07 12:04 PM

Many hate their mortgage. They hate working hard everyday, only to make that BIG PAYMENT at the beginning of the month. For the millions of homes in adjustable rate mortgages, they hate not knowing how much their mortgage is set to increase on a month to month or yearly basis. So, … (5 comments)

california refinance: Looking for a California Generation X Mortgage Broker? - 12/14/07 04:23 PM

Are you looking for a California Generation X Mortgage Broker?
One that uses technology to stay on the cutting edge, saving you time, money, hassles and confusion by keeping clear lines of communication throughout the entire loan process through the latest means of communication...
One thing has become clearly obvious to me, since I have … (2 comments)

california refinance: The "Countrywide Controversy" - 08/29/07 08:10 AM

What a perfect time for an update..Right after I posted this blog, this message came in from Countrywide's President this morning. Read it here!
The Countrywide® Controversy
First and foremost, Countrywide is one of my favorite lenders in the mortgage industry to use. Countrywide has been innovative in their products, offering many families across … (11 comments)

california refinance: Reverse Mortgages for Seniors - 08/20/07 11:01 AM

A Reverse Mortgage Lets Seniors Take Advantage of Home Equity
According to a number of sources, there are an increasing number of people who are choosing to take advantage of their home equity.
Whether it's because many seniors are experiencing a loss of pension benefits, inflation, rising home heating costs or other reasons, … (4 comments)

california refinance: Jonathan's Weekly Newsletter - 08/20/07 10:55 AM

This is a copy of my Weekly newsletter. Every Week I publish a copy of this newsletter to my active database. Anyone who wishes to receive this newsletter directly can email me at jsaffiedine@atlantismortgage.com and I will put you on my email campaign. Anyone who is on it and … (1 comments)

california refinance: Homebuyers: When might you need a jumbo Mortgage??? - 08/14/07 09:52 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Homebuyers: When Might You Need a Michigan Jumbo Mortgage Loan?
Are you ready to become a homebuyer? Are you aware of Michigan Mortgage loan options and how those options will affect you?
For example, do you know that the traditional limit for a … (0 comments)

california refinance: Is a pre-qualified loan enough? - 08/14/07 09:50 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Is a Pre-Qualified Loan Enough?
Are you ready to buy a home of your own? Have you looked at your credit reports, started making a list of what you're looking for in a home? Have you taken steps towards finding a real … (2 comments)

california refinance: Is it a good idea to refinanceyour Mortgage? - 08/14/07 09:48 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Is It A Good Idea to Refinance Your Mortgage?
It's a rare case that, when buying the house, a mortgage loan isn't necessary. In other words, very few people have tens or hundreds of thousands of dollar available to just drop down … (0 comments)

california refinance: Jonathan's Weekly Newsletter - 08/14/07 09:46 AM

california refinance: Points to consider when Applying for a Mortgage - 08/09/07 09:43 AM

Some Points to Consider When You Apply for a Michigan Mortgage
Well before you apply for a Michigan mortgage, there are some steps that you can take to ensure that you get the best loan at the best rate.
Take a good look at your credit. You can get a free credit report … (1 comments)

california refinance: Homebuyers: Plannig to build your Dream Home?? - 08/09/07 09:39 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Homebuyers: Planning to Build Your Dream Home?
When some people choose to become homebuyers, they look for a starter home: a small house or condo. Others look to become homebuyers by investing in a luxury property. Still others choose that their dream … (0 comments)

california refinance: Looking for a Mortgage Loan ?????? - 08/06/07 09:30 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Looking for a Michigan Mortgage Loan?
If you've been looking for a Michigan mortgage loan it's important to know what you're looking for.
You'll want to be sure that you are looking for the right Michigan mortgage loan for your needs - a … (0 comments)

california refinance: Jonathan's Weekly Newsletter - 08/06/07 09:27 AM

california refinance: Jonathan's Monthly Newsletter - 08/06/07 09:26 AM

california refinance: How you can Improve your credit score????? - 08/03/07 02:13 PM

How can you improve your credit score?
It's virtually impossible to change your score in the time between when most people decide to buy a home or refinance their mortgage and when they apply. So the short answer is, you really can't "on the spot." But there are strategies you can live … (0 comments)

california refinance: Disputing Credit Report Errors - 08/03/07 02:12 PM

Your credit report is a record of your credit activities. It lists all of your credit card accounts and loans, the balances as well as your payment history. It also shows if any action has been taken against you because of unpaid bills such as a lawsuit or bankruptcy filing. Because … (1 comments)

california refinance: Before Applying for a Michigan Mortgage, Check your Credit Report for Errors - 08/03/07 01:50 PM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender When you're ready to apply for a Michigan Mortgage, it's a great idea to take a look at your credit report.In part, this will allow you to see your credit score - which will effect the amount of a Michigan Mortgage … (0 comments)

california refinance: Applying for a Mortgage ??? - 08/02/07 02:34 PM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Have Questions About Applying for a Mortgage?
When the time comes to buy your first home in Michigan, it makes sense that you're going to have a lot of questions.
There are the obvious, doubting questions like "are we really ready to commit … (1 comments)

california refinance: Should you Refinance to Pay off Credit Card Debt? - 08/02/07 02:31 PM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Should You Refinance to Pay Off Credit Card Debt?
When you took out a mortgage on your home, you probably learned a fair amount about the types of debt you have, credit scores and ways of boosting them and about the equity … (0 comments)

california refinance: Are you Ready to Apply for a Mortgage - 08/01/07 12:59 PM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Are You Ready to Apply for a Michigan Mortgage?
You've spent time looking at your credit score. You've decided that you no longer want to help build equity in your landlord's property: you're ready to purchase a home of your own, and … (1 comments)

california refinance: The advantages of a fixed rate Mortgage - 07/30/07 09:45 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender | As a homebuyer, your primary goal is going to be to purchase a home that fits your needs and the needs of your family. But in order to do that, one of the first things that you need to do … (1 comments)

california refinance: Jonathan's Weekly Newsletter - 07/30/07 09:43 AM

california refinance: Be aware of your Refinancing Options - 07/26/07 03:09 PM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Be Aware of Your Refinancing Options
There are plenty of reasons to refinance your mortgage. After all, refinancing can allow you to:
lock in a lower, fixed interest rate so that you'll be able to save thousands of dollars over the life of … (1 comments)

california refinance: Jonathan's Weekly Newsletter - 07/25/07 11:52 AM

california refinance: Homebuyers: Now is No time for mistakes - 07/25/07 11:47 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Homebuyers: Now Is No Time for Mistakes
Buying a home is a really big deal - no matter how you look at it. In part, it's because buying a home means settling in and establishing roots. In part it's because you're going … (0 comments)

california refinance: Five things to consider when applying for a mortgage - 07/25/07 11:45 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Five Things to Consider Before Applying for a Mortgage
Do dreams of homeownership fill your thoughts - day and night? Can you hardly wait for a time when you can stop paying rent and actually build equity in a home, a time … (2 comments)

california refinance: Important consideration for homebuyers - 07/25/07 11:42 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Some homebuyers don't fully consider their mortgage needs and options. They look to mortgage lenders who offer them what they think is the best deal - in some cases the most amount of money for buying a home.
But it's important for homebuyers to be forward thinking about … (1 comments)

california refinance: Jonathan's Weekly Newsletter - 07/23/07 03:29 PM

california refinance: Jonathan's Weekly Newsletter - 07/12/07 10:56 AM

california refinance: What Are Your Home Loan Needs? - 07/12/07 10:51 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender What Are Your Home Loan Needs?
What are your home loan needs?
Are you looking for a mortgage so that you are able to purchase an existing home and make it your own? Are you looking for a construction loan that will enable … (0 comments)

california refinance: When You're Buying a Home, It's Important to know Where to Start - 07/12/07 10:48 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender When You're Buying a Home, It's Important to Know Where to Start
Have you made the decision to become a homebuyer - to find a space that you can call your own and a means of building equity rather than writing a … (2 comments)

california refinance: 5 Reasons to seek a Pre-Approval for a mortgage - 07/12/07 10:45 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender 5 Reasons to Seek a Pre-Approval for Your Michigan Mortgage
If you're thinking about buying a home and are preparing to apply for a mortgage, you owe it to yourself (and your family) to seek approval for the loan.
Why is pre-approval important? … (2 comments)

california refinance: Construction Loans - 07/09/07 04:14 PM

Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Thinking About obtaining a Construction Loan?
When you start to think about constructing a home of your own rather than buying a home that has already been built, you won't be looking at just another mortgage loan - you'll need to look into a … (0 comments)

california refinance: Jonathan's Weekly Newsletter - 07/09/07 01:42 PM

california refinance: Jonathan's Monthly Newsletter - 07/05/07 03:28 PM

This is a copy of my Monthly newsletter. Every Month I publish a copy of this newsletter to my active database. Anyone who wishes to receive this newsletter directly can email me at jsaffiedine@atlantismortgage.com and I will put you on my email campaign. Anyone who is on it and … (0 comments)

california refinance: Credit Report Errors. - 07/05/07 01:27 PM

Credit report errors occur for a number of reasons but they can all have a negative impact on your eligibility for any future credit. It's important to stay on top of your credit report to avoid any mistakes made by the creditors and credit bureaus -Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. Some common … (1 comments)

california refinance: Planning on becoming a Homebuyer? - 07/05/07 01:14 PM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Planning on Becoming a Homebuyer in Michigan?
If you're planning on becoming a Michigan homebuyer, it's important for you to know all of your options - most notably, the options that you'll have for a Michigan mortgage.
Most mortgage companies offers a full range … (0 comments)

california refinance: What are the benefits of 100% mortgage financing? - 07/05/07 01:11 PM

Michigan Mortgage Blog
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender What Are the Benefits of 100% Mortgage Financing?
When it comes to buying a home, it's important to look at the benefits of a wide variety of mortgage loans - including 100% financing mortgages.
With a 100% financing mortage loan you'll be able to:
buy … (0 comments)

california refinance: Looking to build more Equity in Your Home? - 07/03/07 10:31 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Looking to Build More Home Equity?
Home equity is one of the top reasons why homeowners choose to buy a home of their own. But just what is home equity? How can homeowners increase the amount of equity in their homes?
Home equity, … (0 comments)

california refinance: Choosing the right Mortgage - 07/03/07 10:29 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Trying to Choose the Right Loan from Atlantis Mortgage?
When you're buying a home, choosing the right mortgage is important. But how do you know that a mortgage is right for you?
Here are some points to consider when you try to determine … (0 comments)

california refinance: Buying a home?How much can you afford? - 07/03/07 10:25 AM

Michigan Mortgage Blog -Atlantis Mortgage
Your TRUE No Closing Cost Lender Buying a Home? How Much Can You Afford?
When you're buying a home, there are a lot of things that you need to take into consideration. Sure, you'll want to look at schools, shopping, restaurants and more in the area where you … (1 comments)

california refinance: Jonathan's Weekly Newsletter - 07/03/07 10:23 AM

This is a copy of my Monthly newsletter. Every Monday I publish a copy of this newsletter to my active database. Anyone who wishes to receive this newsletter directly can email me at jsaffiedine@atlantismortgage.com and I will put you on my email campaign. Anyone who is on it and … (1 comments)

california refinance: California Home Loan Client Testimonials - 06/10/07 10:59 AM

Our Client Testimonial page on Oak Valley Mortgage's website is now "Live". We feel that our clients telling new potential clients in California how their experience was through the home loan and refinance process with us goes far and beyond talking about how great we are!
If you are looking to purchase … (2 comments)

california refinance: California Home Loans and Refinance - 06/06/07 08:33 PM

Are you looking to purchase or refinance a property in California? Feel free to give us a call at Oak Valley Mortgage and we'll go through your individual loan scenario. We're straightforward lenders that have access to over 75 banks, offereing our clients the most competitive rates and offerings on … (5 comments)

california refinance: It's NOT All About the Benjamins! - 06/02/07 11:25 AM

What many don't understand that are in my line of work is that it isn't just about "The Benjamins!" I'm a firm believer that if you are good at what you do, success will follow.
People should not be "a deal". Our clients should be treated with respect, empathy and understanding of … (11 comments)

california refinance: Street...Lane...Drive...Who Cares!? - 05/21/07 06:40 PM

I had a loan recently that closed, but we ran into an issue with the property address. The preliminary title report reflected that the home was sitting on XYZ Lane. But, the County Records showed that the property was sitting on XYZ Drive. With that, the title company wanted to have … (3 comments)

california refinance: Fake It Till You Make It...The Aftermath of the First Refi Boom! - 05/01/07 04:28 PM

I don't need to refinance...I have a 30-year fixed!
After looking at your Promissory Note, you may be suprised!
With the craziness of the "Refi Boom" and the historical levels of appreciation in Real Estate an influx of loan officers came into the mortgage industry to make a QUICK BIG BUCK! Mortgage companies were hiring people left … (11 comments)

california refinance: Comparing "Apples to Apples" when shopping for your home loan! - 04/28/07 10:44 AM

I was offered a 5% fixed for 30 years, can you beat it?
More often than not, borrowers get so caught up in the "rate" that they fail to look at the actual product being offered to them. My goal is to help you avoid this pitfall to save time and … (3 comments)

california refinance: it is still california love ! - 03/28/07 12:31 PM

California has been the place of dreams for generations of Americans. Many have flourished on the upward
spiral of California property values and are now considering the future. For others, the price of entry has been a
frustrating barrier. In either case, the ultimate dream for most of us is … (1 comments)

california refinance: Where's the Benefit? - 02/13/07 11:10 AM

On December 15th of 2006, Bryant Tutus, wrote a blog on the Real Estate Network "Active Rain" labeled, "Your home is your castle, not an ATM machine!"
Broker Bryant brings up many good points within the article, explaining the cycle that many homeowners get caught up into when refinancing their homes. Many ads … (8 comments)

california refinance: Are You Feeling Lost With Your Current California Home Loan? - 12/26/06 11:56 AM

Are you feeling lost with your current California Home Loan? You don't know when your home loan is about to adjust...But, you know it's soon! You don't know when it is going to "flip to an adjustable rate." You don't know when the prepayment penalty is over from your previous refinance.
Don't … (0 comments)

california refinance: Podcast? - 09/05/06 12:12 PM

Are you thinking of a new way to reach out to your clients? After doing some research, I have found that doing a podcast is one of the newest forms of technology that you can use to inform your clients and form a stronger relationship with them and your target market. … (1 comments)

california refinance: Traffic By Writing - 09/05/06 10:50 AM

I have found that writing articles has been one of the best forms of business development for my business. Think about it, if you were a client looking to purchase a home or obtain financing, would you want to use the company that has flashy ads all the time or would … (4 comments)