Articles
July 7, 2016
Pros and Cons of Banks, Brokers, Credit Unions, and Online Mortgage Companies
Seems like these days there are plenty of places where you can obtain financing for a home. There are pros and cons to each so in an effort to help you keep your clients well informed, today I’ll provide full disclosure on…
June 30, 2016
How Will Brexit Affect the Mortgage Market?
In the wake of last week’s Brexit vote in the UK, Wall Street took a tumble and lost most of the gains it had experienced in 2016. What exactly does this mean for the status of mortgage rates here in the US?…
June 23, 2016
Presidential Candidates Policies on Housing and Finance Factors in Voting
With the presidential election less than five months away, one of the topics voters feel is highly important is the candidate’s policies on housing and finance. According to the results of a survey conducted for LoanDepot, 21% of Americans who responded to…
June 16, 2016
What Credit Score is Needed to Qualify for a Home Loan?
Your credit score is one of the most important numbers that will impact your ability to buy a home. These three little numbers can make a big difference in your ability to qualify for a mortgage and more importantly, the the pricing…
June 9, 2016
CFPB to Discuss TRID Rules in July
According to a recent article by Bonnie Sinnock, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is expected to clarify its TILA-RESPA integrated disclosure rules in July. It has been eight months since the CFPB’s TRID, Truth in Lending Act and Real Estate Settlement Procedures…
June 2, 2016
How Does a New Job Affect Your Ability to Get a Mortgage?
Changing jobs is a pretty normal thing these days and for the most part, it’s usually a positive thing. Perhaps you were offered a better paying position, the opportunity to move to a more desirable location, or the chance to go from…
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