Buying a Home in Another State
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Mortgage Qualifications for Buying a Home In Another State

This guide covers how to qualify for a mortgage by buying a home in another state. Buying a home in another state is becoming more and more popular. Many employers now offer remote positions where workers do not have to report to a local brick-and-mortar branch office. Many industries are now either closing many of…

Conventional Loan After Short Sale vs Foreclosure
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Conventional Loan After Short Sale vs Foreclosure Guidelines

This  guide covers conventioal loan after short sale vs foreclosure guidelines. Since 2008, millions of Americans have witnessed their equity in their homes evaporate. The real estate and credit meltdown of 2008 has devastated many hard-working families. The Great Recession of 2008 was more of a depression than the Great Recession. Record bankruptcies, foreclosures, and…

First Time Home Buying Process
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First Time Home Buying Process Starts With Pre-Approval

This article discusses the first time home buying process, emphasizing that it starts with pre-approval. The initial step for those currently renting or living with family and are first time home buyers is to consult with a mortgage lender. The most critical stage of the first time home buying process starts with getting pre-approved. Over…

Buying a House in Washington DC
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Steps To Buying a House in Washington DC

In this blog, we will cover the frequently asked question of what are the steps to buying a house in Washington DC for first-time homebuyers. Washington DC is becoming a very sought-after place for homebuyers in recent years. Washington D.C, the nation’s capital, home to the White House, Capitol Building, and several other key government…

Second Home Guidelines
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Second Home Guidelines on Non-QM and Conventional Loans

This guide covers second home guidelines on non-QM and conventional loans. Second-home financing is different than investment properties. Homebuyers are eligible to finance second and investment homes with conventional loans. However, lenders consider investment homes higher risk than second home financing. Therefore, higher risk means higher rates and more down payment. This is why many…

FHA AUS Approval Versus Manual Underwriting
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FHA AUS Approval Versus Manual Underwriting On FHA Loans

This Article Is About FHA AUS Approval Versus Manual Underwriting On FHA Loans  HUD, the parent of the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has recently changed its algorithms on the Automated Underwriting System (AUS) to make harder to get an approve/eligible per AUS on FHA Loans. This only applies for borrowers with credit scores of under…

Credit in Mortgage Process
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Credit in Mortgage Process: Credit Scores vs Credit Report

This guide covers credit in mortgage process. We will cover the difference between credit scores vs credit reports. Credit in mortgage process is probably one of the most important factors when it comes to residential home mortgages.  There are two ways mortgage lenders view credit. Borrowers need to meet minimum credit score requirements. The minimum…

Non-QM And Bank Statement Mortgage
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Non-QM and Bank Statement Mortgage With NO Tax Returns

In this article, we will cover and discuss non-QM and bank statement mortgage with no income verification. Non-QM and bank statement mortgage loans do not require income verification. Therefore, income tax returns are not required on non-QM and bank statement mortgage loans. Gustan Cho Associates offer a wide variety of mortgage products. Over the past…

Realtors Marketing Package For Home Buyers
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Realtors Marketing Package For Home Buyers

This guide covers realtors marketing package for home buyers, real estate agents and referral partners. Home buyers rely on their real estate agents for advice, and one of the most important roles of a realtor is to give their home buyers a referral to a loan officer. Giving the wrong loan officer referral partner as…

How Does Mortgage Process Work
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How Does Mortgage Process Work After Being Pre-Approved

This guide covers how does mortgage process work after being pre-approved. Most folks consult with a loan officer when they are ready to purchase a home. It is unfortunate that many homebuyers, especially first-time home buyers go through stress and many have gotten last-minute mortgage loan denials even though they have prepared for months on…

Getting a Mortgage With Bad Credit in Nevada
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Getting a Mortgage With Bad Credit in Nevada

This blog will discuss buying a home and getting a mortgage with bad credit in Nevada. Nevada has many amenities, including no state income taxes, few regulations and restrictions, and plenty of job opportunities. We will discuss consumers’ options for obtaining a mortgage with bad credit in Nevada. Saving for a larger down payment (typically…

Barndominiums
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What Are Barndominiums

Barndominiums is a blend of a barn and barndominium. A barndominium is a portmanteau of “barn” and “barndominium.” Barndominiums are a unique and growing trend in the housing market. These structures are increasingly popular among homeowners seeking practicality and a rustic charm. Barndominiums are metal buildings converted into living spaces, combining a barn’s functionality with…

Buying a Home From a Family Member
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Buying a Home From a Family Member With a Gift of Equity

This guide covers buying a home from a family member with no down payment or closing costs with a gift of equity. Buying a home from a family member is becoming more and more common. Homebuyers can get a discounted price on a home by buying a home from a family member. This is a…

Investment Home Purchase
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Financing Options For an Investment Home Purchase

This guide covers investmetn home pruchase mortgage guidelines. Investment home mortgage loans can be conventional or non-qm loans. Investment home purchase mortgage loans. If you are planning on getting investment home purchase mortgage loan, then Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac agency guidelines apply. If you are planning on getting non-QM investment home mortgage loans, then…

FHA Back to Work Versus Other Loan Programs

Differences Of The FHA Back to Work Versus Other Loan Programs

This Article Is About FHA Back to Work Versus Other Loan Programs  With traditional loans such a government loans and Conventional Loans, there is a mandatory waiting period after a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy discharged date to qualify for a mortgage loan. Buying a home is often a significant financial decision, particularly for…

Home Purchase Versus Renting
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Home Purchase Versus Renting Home

This guide covers home purchase versus renting for homebuyers. There are many added benefits to a home purchase versus renting home. Many first time home buyers are gun shy in considering in buying their home. Here are some of the common questions first time home buyers have on home purchase versus renting: The three questions…

Reasons For Foreclosures By Homeowners On Mortgage Loans
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The Main Reasons For Foreclosures

This guide covers the reasons for foreclosures. The ability to repay is the most important factor lenders consider when approving a home loan to homebuyers. Even if the homebuyer puts a substantial amount down for the down payment, lenders want to make sure the borrower can comfortably pay their mortgage payments on time. Lenders are…

Rapid Rescore During Mortgage Process
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Rapid Rescore During Mortgage Process And How It Works

In this blog post, we will discuss the concept and procedure of rapid rescore during mortgage process. Consumer credit profiles are reported to the three major credit reporting agencies. Each agency maintains a database of consumers’ data and payment histories and uses unique algorithms to calculate consumer credit scores. What Are The Lows and Highs of…