Fannie Mae announced on March 10 that they are limiting new loan secured by second homes or investment properties to 7% of the overall loans they purchase. What does this mean to borrowers seeking investment/2nd home mortgages? Turns out, it means A LOT. While Fannie Mae did not add any new “loan level pricing adjustments” …
Is the idea of saving for a down payment holding you back from buying a home right now? You may be eager to take advantage of today’s low mortgage rates, but the thought of needing a large down payment might make you want to pump the brakes. Today, there’s still a common myth that you have to …
Do I Really Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy a Home? Read More »
As you begin to consider purchasing a new home one of the first things you should do is get an idea of what “the numbers” will look like. Ultimately the 2 most important numbers will be (1) the monthly payment and (2) how much money you will need at closing, but there are a lot …
With inventory levels low in this competitive housing environment, some people are opting to make cash offers on homes to make their purchase agreement look more attractive to potential sellers. While this may help you get your offer accepted, there is a large pitfall you must understand. The IRS gives you a 90-day window to …
Paying Cash for a Home? Beware of the 90 Day Rule Read More »
We’ve all heard about how interest rates are at an all-time low… and how they’re expected to go up within the next couple years. But for those who may be new to the home buying market, what exactly does “all-time low” mean? Let us put it in perspective for you… take a look at why …
Spring is upon us so you might be thinking about selling your house again. In Atlanta, we finally had the first year-over-year increase in five long years. How much values increased (if they did at all) in your neighborhood depends on your specific area of Atlanta, but most of us experienced a pop in value. …
Looking to buy new before selling your current home? Buying and selling a home can be complicated. But it doesn’t have to be if you know what you’re doing! In the video below I’ll walk you through 2 things to keep in mind if you’re buying a new home prior to selling your existing home. …
Getting rid of a mortgage payment sounds appealing to any homeowner, so those Bi-Weekly Payment Plans offered to you by your mortgage lender might seem like a great idea. Before signing any paperwork, however, keep in mind that a bank-managed payment plan may not be your best option for owning your home faster. How can …
Does a Bi-Weekly Payment Plan pay off your Home Mortgage faster? Read More »
When purchasing or refinancing a home, getting from loan application to the actual closing can take time, typically 3 weeks in an average home market. However, some loan approvals for unique situations have been known to take much longer. Many different factors could determine how long it will take to get to the closing table; and …
