Types of bankruptcies
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Mortgage Guidelines For Types of Bankruptcies

This article will cover the mortgage guidelines for the types of bankruptcies—James Miller of Miller explains how you can qualify for a mortgage after bankruptcy. Jamie Miller also explains how bankruptcy can restart your financial life and how you can get your credit score to 720 in less than one year after bankruptcy discharge. Attorney…

1099-Income-Only Mortgages
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1099-Income-Only Mortgages

In this article, we will cover 1099-Income-Only Mortgages and how they work. Many workers are 1099 wage earners. 1099 wage earners have specific mortgage income guidelines regarding government and conforming mortgage loans. In general, FHA, VA, USDA, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac will require two years of income tax returns from 1099 wage earners. The…

Choosing The Right Lender
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Choosing The Right Lender To Get a Mortgage Loan Approval

In this blog, we will cover choosing the right lender for a mortgage loan approval. Choosing The Right Lender with no overlays is extremely important for mortgage borrowers with prior credit issues. Examples of prior credit issues include the following: prior bankruptcy prior foreclosure prior short sale prior deed in-lieu-of foreclosure outstanding collections charge off…

Buying a House in Iowa

Everything You Need To Know Buying a House in Iowa

In this blog, we will cover everything you need to know about buying a house in Iowa. Iowa is becoming a very popular state for homebuyers, especially first-time homebuyers and people relocating to the state. A frequently asked question is can I buy a house in Iowa with bad credit? Quite honestly, the state of…

Using Non-QM Loans After Being Denied

Using Non-QM Loans After Being Denied For a Mortgage

In this blog, we will cover using non-QM loans after being denied a traditional mortgage or because the other lender did not have the mortgage options suited for the homebuyer. Non-QM loans are not just for borrowers with bad credit. Non-QM loans can be for perfect credit borrowers but they may not fit into government…

Home Loan With Bad Credit Ohio

Home Loan With Bad Credit Ohio Mortgage Options

Borrowers looking to qualify for a home loan with bad credit Ohio have options with traditional and/or non-traditional mortgages. The Ohio housing market has been bullish for the past few years. Many renters who were planning on buying a house after a few years are now planning on buying a house now before rates increase…

FHA Jumbo Lenders in Hawaii
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FHA Jumbo Lenders in Hawaii For High-Balance Loans

In this blog, we will cover and discuss qualifying for a high-balance FHA loan with FHA Jumbo Lenders in Hawaii with no lender overlays. Many FHA lenders in Hawaii have lender overlays on high-balance FHA loans. FHA Jumbo Lenders in Hawaii believe high-balance FHA loans pose higher risk factors. Therefore, FHA Jumbo Lenders in Hawaii…

QM-Qualified Mortgages
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What Are QM-Qualified Mortgages Versus Non-QM Loans

In this blog, we will cover and discuss QM-Qualified Mortgages versus non-QM loans. We will explain what QM-qualified mortgages are and when they went into effect. QM-qualified mortgages focus on the borrower’s ability to repay. QM-Qualified Mortgages took effect on January 10, 2014. In essence, QM-Qualified Mortgages is trying to create a standard mortgage guideline…

Changing Jobs During Mortgage Approval Process

Changing Jobs During Mortgage Approval Process

In this blog, we will cover and discuss changing jobs during mortgage approval process. There are cases where mortgage loan borrowers change jobs during the mortgage approval process or prior to starting the mortgage process. Many folks realize that changing jobs during the mortgage approval process can cause mortgage closing delays. But it is not…

How Much Income Do I Need To Buy a House
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How Much Income Do I Need To Buy A House In 2022

One of the most frequently asked questions is how much income do I need to buy a house in 2022. In this article, we will answer the question commonly asked, How Much Income Do I Need To Buy A House In 2022? The housing market is booming. Despite the coronavirus pandemic, home prices have skyrocketed…

Underwriters Conditions
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Conditional Mortgage Approval Versus Pre-Approval

In this blog, we will be covering the difference between conditional mortgage approval versus pre-approval during the mortgage process. There are several stages in the mortgage approval process. When a home buyer is ready to start shopping for a home, they consult with a lender. A loan officer will qualify the home buyer and see…

Bankruptcy Mortgage Guidelines On Government And Conforming Loans
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Bankruptcy Mortgage Guidelines on Waiting Period

In this blog, we will discuss and cover the bankruptcy mortgage guidelines on government and conventional loans. All mortgage loan programs have a mandatory waiting period after bankruptcy and foreclosure. Borrowers need to adhere to Bankruptcy Mortgage Guidelines to qualify for a residential mortgage loan. In the following sections, we will through the bankruptcy mortgage…

FHA Credit Score Guidelines

FHA Credit Score Determines Mortgage Rate Pricing For 2022

In this article, we will discuss and cover how FHA credit score determines mortgage rate pricing on FHA loans. FHA loans are the most popular loan program in the United States. FHA Credit Score Guidelines are very lenient to qualify for FHA Mortgages. Borrowers with credit scores down to 500 FICO can qualify. Per the…

The 1st Of 3 Ways To Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster
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Traditional and Non-Prime Investment Home Mortgage Loans

In this article, we will discuss and cover investment home loans with no income documentation. There are several different types of Investment Home Mortgage Loans. Government Loans cannot be used for investment homes and are for owner-occupant properties only. Here are the three government loans: FHA Loans VA Loans USDA Loans In this article, we…

APR Versus Interest Rate

APR Versus Interest Rate Quoted By Mortgage Lenders

Many homebuyers are often confused when they are applying for a mortgage about why they are getting two rates, APR versus interest rates, from mortgage lenders. One of the many frequently asked questions at Gustan Cho Associates is why is APR higher than the quoted mortgage interest rate. The APR is always higher than the…

Illinois Home Purchase Down Payment Requirements

Illinois Home Purchase Mortgage Options Guide

In this blog, we will cover and discuss Illinois home purchase mortgage options for homebuyers. Going through the home purchase process can be overwhelming. There are many moving parts to the Illinois home purchase process. No two Illinois home purchase buyers are alike. Some may be first-time homebuyers, others may be self-employed borrowers, others may…

Mortgage After Bankruptcy in Minnesota Home Loan Options

Mortgage After Bankruptcy in Minnesota Home Loan Options

In this article, we will cover and discuss qualifying for a mortgage after bankruptcy in Minnesota with traditional and non-prime home loans. Homebuyers can qualify for a mortgage after bankruptcy in Minnesota with traditional and non-prime loan programs. There are mandatory waiting period requirements to qualify for a mortgage after bankruptcy in Minnesota on government-backed…

VA Loan Eligibility Requirements in Vermont

VA Loan Eligibility Requirements in Vermont

In this blog, we will cover and discuss the VA loan eligibility requirements in Vermont for 2022. We will cover the basic VA loan eligibility requirements in Vermont on credit, derogatory tradelines, bankruptcy, and other frequently asked questions by our viewers and borrowers. One of the biggest concerns among homebuyers in Vermont is the options…

Best Bad Credit Mortgage Lenders in Alaska
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Best Bad Credit Mortgage Lenders in Alaska For Low Scores

In this blog, we will cover and discuss the best bad credit mortgage lenders in Alaska for FHA loans. The housing market in Alaska is booming. Homes are selling the day they are listed. During these volatile economic times with mortgage rates surging, many homebuyers with lower credit scores are shopping for the best bad…

Mortgage Denial For Late Payments During Chapter 13 Plan
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Mortgage Denial For Late Payments During Chapter 13 Plan

In this blog, we will cover and discuss qualifying for a mortgage with new lenders after getting mortgage denial for late payments during Chapter 13 repayment plan. Not all lenders have the same mortgage guidelines on government and conventional loans. A mortgage denial for late payments during Chapter 13 plan is normally a dead issue…