family finances: Considering Co-Signing For A Home Loan? Think About It First ...
- 06/02/08 01:34 PM
As mortgage lenders limit how much money they will lend and to whom, co-signing home loans is growing in popularity. "Co-signing" a home loan is when a third-party -- usually a parent or relative -- promises to make repayments to the bank in the event that the borrower falls behind on his obligations. Money experts usually advise against co-signing notes because of the long-term financial risks, but people still do it for a number of reasons including "wanting to help". If you're thinking about co-signing a home loan for a friend or loved one, it's important to consider the implications of (0 comments)
family finances: Considering Co-Signing For A Home Loan? Think About It First ...
- 05/05/08 03:55 AM
As mortgage lenders limit how much money they will lend and to whom, co-signing home loans is growing in popularity. "Co-signing" a home loan is when a third-party -- usually a parent or relative -- promises to make repayments to the bank in the event that the borrower falls behind on his obligations. Money experts usually advise against co-signing notes because of the long-term financial risks, but people still do it for a number of reasons including "wanting to help". If you're thinking about co-signing a home loan for a friend or loved one, it's important to consider the implications of (0 comments)