mortgages: HARP - A Personal Thank YOU - 12/22/12 03:58 AM
HARP - A Personal Thank You
 
As many may know, I am not a big fan of Government programs nor big banks.  However, one program that provides both relief and immediate stimulus to the economy now is the HARP (Home Affordable Refinance Program) which allows both homeowners and investors to REFI their loans to take advantage of the low interest rates.   With a traditional REFI it can be very difficult with all of the cumbersome issues such as appraisals or if you own multiple properties.  HARP streamlines the process to allow the end goal to happen.
 
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mortgages: The Risks of Using a Large Bank Such as Citizens Bank For Your Mortgage - 04/06/12 11:20 PM
The Risks of Using a Large Bank Such as Citizens Bank For Your Mortgage
It is exciting when you are about to purchase a home and even more exciting when you get that sales contract back signed by the seller!  The house is yours!  Now you have to begin your mortgage process.  You might think that the best option is the large banks that you are familiar with such as Bank of America, Wells Fargo or a bank that you have your checking account with such as Citizens Bank or PNC Bank.  What else should you do?  Go to Lending Tree?
This … (5 comments)

mortgages: Relocation: Step 2 - Following The Numbers To Your New Home - 08/16/09 12:41 AM
Relocation: Step 2 - Following the Numbers To Your New Home Understanding Where You Are And Where You Want To Be Our hearts go out the the out to all of you brave out-of-towners who are relocating to an area that is new to you. We understand that even a simple mile can make all of the difference to a person's life. Change does not come easy to everyone and buyng a home certainly offers it's own set of stressors. Once your decision is made to move and you understand your role and techniques in finding the right neighborhood as we … (2 comments)

mortgages: Almost a Hero - Trying the help buyers in the Mortgage Process - 05/30/09 02:16 AM
When a Buyer Insists on Using the Wrong Mortgage Company, what do you do ?
It has happened before.  A buyer hooks up with a mortgage company, typically through Lending Tree or a referral from a trusted "friend".   And instead of having a smooth mortgage process, it is nothing but...
We always recommend that our buyers use a mortgage pro that we have a relationship with, someone who is an expert that will go over every aspect of the mortgage process, show up to settlement and communicate closing costs upfront - honestly and truthfully. 
In this case, the buyer still wanted to use her friend's recommendation.   When … (34 comments)

 
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