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This blog will discuss FHA mortgage guidelines on credit disputes during the mortgage process. In general, you cannot have credit disputes during the mortgage process. There are a few credit disputes exempt from removal. Gustan Cho Associates is an expert in working with borrowers who have credit disputes. The following sections will discuss the FHA…
This guide covers how to avoid delays in mortgage loan closings. When homebuyers enter a real estate purchase contract, the buyers and sellers agree on a tentative closing date. Normally, the closing date is set between 30 and 45 days from the purchase contract date. Many real estate agents will agree that delays in home…
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DSCR mortgage loans, debt-service coverage ratio mortgages, is a type of no-income verification mortgage loan program. There is no income verification and documentation required on DSCR mortgage loans. DSCR mortgage loans benefit self-employed borrowers or real estate investors who do not have a consistent flow of qualified income. DSCR mortgage loans are underwritten just based…
One of the frequently asked mortgage questions we get from home buyers is when is rental verification required by mortgage underwriters. Rental verification is an extremely strong credit tradeline that will add strength to the mortgage loan borrower’s credit profile. There are times when the Automated Underwriting System (AUS) will require borrowers to provide verification…
Transitioning from monthly to bi-weekly mortgage loan payments can be a strategic move for homeowners looking to expedite their mortgage payoff. Borrowers who choose bi-weekly payments make payments equal to half of their monthly payments every two weeks. This results in 26 half-payments or 13 full payments over a year. Making this additional payment can…
This blog will discuss and cover bank statement deposit only mortgage for self-employed borrowers with no income tax returns required. Since the real estate crash 2008, the United States Federal Government stepped in to create mortgage guidelines and standards. One added rule required income calculations used for borrowers, including self-employed borrowers. This is part of…
This article covers qualifying for an FHA loan with low credit scores mortgage guidelines for 2024. FHA loans are the best home loan program for homebuyers with low credit scores and a low down payment on a home purchase. Many homebuyers, especially first-time homebuyers, do not realize they can qualify for an FHA loan with…
This article will cover HUD DACA mortgage guidelines on FHA loans for DREAMERS. Gustan Cho Associates have some good news surrounding FHA mortgage lending. The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has recently added “dreamers” to the list of acceptable borrowers for all FHA mortgage products. This is a big step. This news means roughly 640,000 people…
This article covers 12 Month Bank Statement Mortgage For Self-Employed Borrowers Until recently, most self-employed home buyers had a difficult time qualifying for a mortgage. Many self-employed home buyers often have the means to afford a higher-end home. Self-employed wage-earners have the luxury to write off many business expenses under the IRS Tax Code. Writing…
In this blog, we will discuss and cover appraisal issues during the home buying and mortgage process. The word “appraisal” can be an ugly word when things don’t go right. All lenders require a home appraisal on borrowers purchasing and/or refinancing a home. The home appraisal is the report lenders rely on as the collateral…
This guide covers how qualified mortgages affect borrowers and lenders on residential loans. To avoid another 2008 financial crisis, Congress under the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act created qualified mortgages. Qualified mortgages are also referred to as QM. QM is a mortgage that needs to meet certain guidelines in order to protect…
The practice of home builders steering lenders refers to the common industry practice of recommending or ” steering” homebuyers toward using a specific lender for their mortgage needs. This practice is often seen in real estate transactions where builders have established relationships with preferred lenders. The introduction of preferred lenders by builders raises questions about…
This blog will cover and discuss how to calculate income for mortgage with multiple jobs. Homebuyers can qualify for a mortgage with multiple jobs and employment gaps. However, there are rules and restrictions regarding qualifying for a mortgage with multiple jobs. There are also regulations on gaps in employment. If you have an extended gap…
It’s important to note that Mortgage Lender Complaints and Bad Reviews submitted by borrowers do exist, but readers should understand the context. Consumers must recognize that prominent national lenders, such as Chase Bank, Quicken Loans, and Guaranteed Rate, are major players in the mortgage industry and employ hundreds, if not thousands, of loan officers. Although…
This guide covers documents required for mortgage processing and underwriting. All documents required for mortgage processing and underwriting needs to be completed in order to close a home loan on time. This includes blank pages. There are things mortgage borrowers need to know when applying for a mortgage. The initial phase of the mortgage process…
This guide covers rebuilding credit during Chapter 13 Bankruptcy repayment plan. Rebuilding credit during Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is highly recommended for those who want to purchase or refinance their current home. Consumers do not have to wait until Chapter 13 Bankruptcy has been discharged to re-establish their credit. To qualify for a mortgage with an…
In this mortgage guide, we will cover and discuss federal employee mortgage loan programs offered at Gustan Cho Associates Gustan Cho Associates, empowered by NEXA Mortgage, Inc. is licensed in 48 states including Washington DC, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The team at Gustan Cho Associates are experts not just on government and…
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In this blog, we will discuss and cover refinancing non-QM loans to government and conventional mortgages. Refinancing NON-QM loans to government or conventional loans is possible after the initial home mortgage closing. This only holds true if the deal makes sense. Homebuyers who initially closed on their home loan with a non-QM loan at a…
This guide covers property taxes in mortgage qualification and how it affects debt-to-income ratios. For homebuyers, especially first-time home buyers, property taxes in mortgage qualification are one of the most important aspects to consider when buying a home. John Strange, a senior loan officer at Gustan Cho Associates, explains how property taxes in mortgage qualification…
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