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Available Programs for Struggling Homeowners
Unfortunately, there are many homeowners still struggling to make their mortgage payments. The good news is that there are many government programs that can help. The Federal Housing Administration and Making Home Affordable Program offer various options to those homeowners in a…
Check Out My Fully Vetted Yellow Pages
One thing that I take very seriously is the effort I make to stay connected to other professionals within my service areas. This means getting to know other business owners on a personal level, understanding their businesses, and vetting service providers that…
New Fannie Mae Program Could Make Qualifying Easier
According to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal by Joe Light, Fannie Mae reported earlier this week that it will begin a program this year that will let lenders include income from non-borrowers within a household toward qualifying for a…
Questions to Ask About Homes with Solar Energy
If you are a Realtor who is listing or selling a home with solar energy installed, you MUST be aware that this could have a major impact on the financing. In fact, it is so important that before you do anything else,…
How to Know if You are Really Pre-approved
For potential home buyers, getting pre-approved for a home loan is vital. A pre-approval letter conveys to the seller that you have completed all of the required steps and you have the ability to be a home owner. So, how do you…
The Basics of a Home Solar Energy System
Solar energy is the rage today. With increasing electric rates, more and more people are investigating their options for solar energy for their home. But how does it work? And what does it cost? This week, solar expert Scott Carlson of New…