The Department of Veterans Affairs lets non-VA homeowners to refinance into VA loans. Read more and get access to today’s VA mortgage rates. Continue reading
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RSS feed for this sectionIs PMI Bad? No. Here Are The “Silent” Benefits Of Mortgage Insurance
PMI offers protections for the homeowner, not just the lender. Most buyers have never heard of these two benefits that are directed at the consumer. Continue reading
VA home loans: The lowest mortgage rates with no PMI required
VA loans allow 100% financing, never require mortgage insurance, and offer mortgage rates which are the lowest of what’s around. Also, today’s rates are ultra-low. Continue reading
Preparing for your real estate purchase closing
Your guide to buying a home and being ready for your closing, including “What to Bring” and why you should never bring a personal check to a settlement. Continue reading
New Study: 12 Most Unaffordable U.S. Cities Are All In California
In Q1 2016, the Home Opportunity Index rose to 65.0%. However, this is only because mortgage rates remained low — and buyers are happy that they did. Continue reading
Using FHA To Refinance When You Have Very Little Equity
Get access to today’s ultra-low rates, no matter which type of loan you are refinancing. Even HARP-ineligible homeowners could use a standard FHA refinance. Continue reading
5 Hard-Hitting Mortgage Strategies For Self-Employed Applicants
Low mortgage rates and favorable terms are just as available to self-employed mortgage applicants. Five sure-fire best practices will help you get approved. Continue reading
After May Jobs Report, Mortgage Rates Hit New, 3-Year Low
May Non-Farm Payrolls was worse than Wall Street expectations. Mortgage rates are dropping hard. The Federal Reserve may not raise rates in June after all. Continue reading
Use Your 100% VA Loan Benefit As Many Times As You Want
VA loans aren’t just for first-time home buyers. In fact, more than half of VA applicants have owned a home before. Continue reading
Double Your Mortgage Buying Power With A Friend Or Relative
Increase your home buying power by pooling your resources with a friend or relative. But, proceed wisely when entering into this arrangement. Continue reading