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Difference Between a Pre Qualification and Pre Approval

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:30:00 CDT

One of the most important steps that you will need to take to purchase a new home is to obtain financing for the purchase. Whether you are working with a mortgage broker or your local bank, you will hear several different terms used during the process.

New Appraisal Rules and Regulations: HVCC Clarifications

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:30:00 CDT

If you have not already heard, as of Friday May 1st 2009, as one industry expert put it, "the complete lending landscape just changed!"

Mortgage Glossary: What Does PITI Mean?

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:00:00 CDT

There are lots of special terms that come up in the buying or selling real property, and it's usually not practical for the average buyer or seller to learn all of them. It's not overly difficult, really, particularly if you are working with a Realtor who can keep you informed.

How to Choose the Right Mortgage

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 10:00:00 CDT

When you are ready to purchase a home or refinance your existing mortgage, choosing the right mortgage is not quite as simple as it may seem. There is more to choosing the right loan than simply looking up the current Canada mortgage rates and choosing a lender that charges low fees.

Mortgages 101 For Home Buyers

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 22:00:00 CST

A mortgage is an agreement between a lender and borrower where the borrower puts up a piece of real estate as collateral for a loan to purchase that property. There exist many different types of mortgages with many different options.

Stop Forclosures

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 06:30:00 CST

There's nothing scarier than the possibility of foreclosure on your home or property, but there is help and plenty of ways to refinance, sell your home, or stop foreclosure. It may take a bit of research in order to find a way that you can afford, but stopping foreclosure is extremely important if you want to protect the asset that you have in your home or property.

Mortgage Advice in Today's Real Estate Market

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 16:00:00 CDT

With the slowing housing market, rising interest rates and lenders tightening the reins on their mortgage qualification requirements, it's extremely important to get the best mortgage at a good interest rate. Keep reading for four tips you can use to get the best mortgage in today's residential real estate market.

Considering Buying a Home? Think FHA!

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 17:00:00 CDT

If you are considering purchasing a home, but you are having problems coming up with the necessary down payment, then FHA has your answer. FHA loans were once only considered for low to moderate income individuals, this however is not the case.