5 Risky Mortgage Types To Avoid

Image via Wikipedia If there’s anything we’ve learned from the subprime meltdown of 2008 and crash of 1987, it’s that we should all proceed with caution when borrowing money to purchase or refinance a home. The type of mortgage you choose can mean the difference between one day...

The nation’s disconnect on loan officer compensation « HousingWire

We are already seeing some innovative wholesale lenders tightening the screws on third-party originators in order to get the loans they need with as little risk as possible. That’s translating into lower pay for front-line originators. via The nation’s disconnect on loan officer compensation «...

Does Fannie Mae Own Your Mortgage? Loan Lookup Tool

Does Fannie Mae Own Your Mortgage? Loan Lookup...

Washington HomePath® Approved Lender

Highlights of HomePath® No Appraisal Required No Mortgage Insurance Required All occupancy types are eligible Primary Residence, Second Home, and Investment Eligible for High Balance Loan Amounts Unique Attributes to HomePath® The sales price is used as the property value...

Gift Funds For Downpayment

As lenders tighten mortgage guidelines for home buyers, minimum downpayment requirements are increasing.  Several years ago, you could finance a home with nothing down. Today, most conventional mortgages require at least 10 percent. Anecdotally, guideline changes have led to an increase in the number of...

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