Chicago First Responders Homes For Heroes

Chicago First Responders Homes For Heroes Mortgage Program

In this blog, we will cover and discuss Chicago First Responders Homes For Heroes Mortgage Program. We have can help Chicago police officers and Chicago firefighters who are seeking a home loan with bad credit. Many decorated Chicago Police Officers and Firefighters have been affected by the 2008 Great Recession And Real Estate Market Crash….

Choosing The Right Mortgage Company
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Choosing The Right Mortgage Company For Loan Officers

This guide covers choosing the right mortgage company for loan officers. Choosing the right mortgage company for loan officers is one of the most important decisions a mortgage loan originator needs to make. John Strange, a senior loan officer at Gustan Cho Associates, explains choosing the right mortgage company for loan officers to start their…

Refinancing During Coronavirus Pandemic

Refinancing During Coronavirus Pandemic Mortgage Crisis

BREAKING NEWS: Refinancing During Coronavirus Pandemic Mortgage Crisis Hurdles with Refinancing During Coronavirus Pandemic Mortgage Crisis: With all the global news surrounding the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, there is a strong surge of refinance mortgage transactions. In this blog, we will give a quick update on the coronavirus affecting mortgages and how to complete a refinance…

Buying House During Chapter 13
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Buying House During Chapter 13 Repayment Plan Mortgage Guidelines

This ARTICLE Is About Buying House During Chapter 13 Repayment Plan Mortgage Guidelines Buying House During Chapter 13 Repayment Plan is allowed only with FHA and VA loans. Borrowers can qualify for FHA and VA loans without the Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is discharged. FHA and VA are the only two mortgage loan programs that allow…

FHA Versus Conforming Mortgages
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Comparing FHA Versus Conforming Mortgages

This guide compares FHA versus conforming mortgages, the two most popular mortgage loan programs for homebuyers in the United States. Which program should homebuyers choose? Both have pros and cons. Sometimes, borrowers may qualify for FHA loans instead of conforming mortgages. Conversely, some borrowers who qualify for conventional loans may not qualify for FHA loans….

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…

Qualifying Borrowers For Mortgage
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Qualifying Borrowers For Mortgage on Purchase and Refinance

This guide covers the process of qualifying borrowers for mortgage on home purchases and refinances. From the application stage to closing, the mortgage process has numerous steps. One of the most crucial steps is qualifying borrowers for mortgage during the initial call. Even though many borrowers may have previously gone through the mortgage process, it…

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…

FHA Loans vs VA Loans
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FHA Loans vs VA Loans: Comparing Mortgage Options

In this article, we will be comparing FHA loans vs VA loans. VA loans by far are the best mortgage loan program in the nation. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is the federal government agency administering the agency mortgage guidelines on VA loans. The role of the Veterans Administration (VA) and the U.S. Department…

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…

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…

Home Loan With Declining And Irregular Income
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Home Loan With Declining And Irregular Income Mortgage Guidelines

This Article Is About Home Loan With Declining And Irregular Income Mortgage Guidelines. There are ways on how mortgage underwriters qualify borrowers who need a home loan with declining and irregular income. Although home loan with declining and irregular income can be done, it all depends mainly on the mortgage underwriter underwriting the file. Many…

Avoiding Stress During Mortgage Process
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Avoiding Stress During Mortgage Process And Close On Time

This Article Is About Ways Of Avoiding Stress During Mortgage Process And Close On Time There is no reason why borrowers should experience stress during mortgage process. Avoiding stress during the mortgage process is possible. Borrowers place their trust and faith in their loan officers to ensure their pre-approval is solid. However, like in any…

How Mortgage Brokers Get Paid
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How Mortgage Brokers Get Paid on Closed Home Loans

This guide covers how mortgage brokers get paid on closed home loans. Mortgage brokers, loan originators, or loan officers are licensed professionals. Mortgage Brokers assist mortgage loan borrowers to qualify for home loans. Brokers are third-party consultants who match direct lenders with borrowers, Mortgage brokers match borrowers with direct lenders that meet the lender’s mortgage…

Mortgage Protection Plans
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Mortgage Protection Plans For Homeowners

This guide covers mortgage protection plans. The mortgage protection plan sets up a generational wealth plan and estate plan. The mortgage protection plan can save you thousands of dollars by eliminating all cost except for tax on your home or building. I actually show you innovative ways available to eliminate the taxes also but we…

Refinance Waiting Period
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Refinance Waiting Period Mortgage Guidelines

In this blog, we will cover and discuss the refinance waiting period mortgage lending guidelines on home mortgages. For homeowners who just closed their homes and who are thinking of refinancing their home loans, there are refinance waiting period requirements on mortgage loans. A home buyer cannot just close on their home loan one day…

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Verification Of Mortgage Guidelines And Requirements By Lenders

This Article Is About Verification Of Mortgage Guidelines And Requirements By Lenders. A Verification of Mortgage, commonly known as VOM, is crucial documentation that reflects a borrower’s overall mortgage payment history. Verification of Mortgage Guidelines emphasizes the importance of reviewing a borrower’s prior mortgage payment history when considering a new mortgage loan application. All lenders require insight…

Prenuptial Agreements
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How Does Prenuptial Agreements Affect Mortgages

This guide covers how prenuptial agreements affect mortgage loans. You may have heard of prenuptial agreements if you plan to marry soon. A prenuptial agreement, or premarital agreement, is a legal contract that specifies how a couple will divide their assets and liabilities in case of divorce or death. Dale Elenteny of Gustan Cho Associates…

Mortgage Guidelines on Home Loans
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Mortgage Guidelines on Home Loans

This guide covers changes in mortgage guidelines on home loans and year-end recap. 2023 was a tough year for the mortgage industry and Gustan Cho Associates. It was a year filled with ups and downs in the housing and mortgage markets. In this guide, we will detail changes in the housing, mortgage, and financial markets….