Do Mortgage Modifications Work?
Here’s some timely mortgage Q&A: “Do mortgage modifications work?” Since the mortgage mess got in full swing, mortgage lenders and loan servicers have been increasingly… Read More »Do Mortgage Modifications Work?
Mortgage Tips
This was the first category I created when this website was created in 2006.
And it’s really why I launched the site to begin with. To educate prospective home buyers and existing homeowners.
Simple guides and practical mortgage tips can help you better understand and prepare for the home loan process.
Same goes for answering mortgage questions and brushing up on the latest mortgage lingo.
Sometimes home buyers focus exclusively on the real estate piece while ignoring the home loan part.
This can result in some bad decisions when it comes to getting a mortgage. Or simply overpaying because of missteps (or a lack of shopping around!).
Learn how to get a mortgage, refinance an existing loan, and discover the many different loans programs available today.
You’re not financing a TV, or a car for that matter. It’s a big purchase and it deserves a lot more time and attention.
Arm yourself with knowledge early on and you’ll likely enjoy a better outcome.
Are Mortgage Points Tax Deductible?
More mortgage Q&A: “Are mortgage points tax deductible?” Mortgage points, sometimes known as loan origination fees or discount points, can be tax deductible if certain… Read More »Are Mortgage Points Tax Deductible?
Chase Offering 1% Mortgage Cash Back
Chase is offering to give customers 1% of their scheduled monthly principal and interest mortgage payments back if they meet certain requirements via its new… Read More »Chase Offering 1% Mortgage Cash Back
Report: Originate to Distribute Mortgages Default More
Mortgages sold on the secondary market quickly after being originated were underwritten more poorly than loans kept on banks’ books, according to a report from… Read More »Report: Originate to Distribute Mortgages Default More
Home Price Depreciation Leading Cause of Mortgage Default
A report released by the Boston Fed last week found that home price depreciation is a leading cause of mortgage default, challenging common arguments that… Read More »Home Price Depreciation Leading Cause of Mortgage Default
The Worst Loan Modification Companies
It’s a relatively new business, but like any other, it’s been infiltrated by fraud and scams in no time at all. That’s a good thing… Read More »The Worst Loan Modification Companies
California Realtors Offer to Make Mortgage Payments
The California Association of Realtors has become the latest group to offer to make mortgage payments if you lose your job after purchasing a new… Read More »California Realtors Offer to Make Mortgage Payments
HSBC to Halt Lending, Shutter HFC and Beneficial
HSBC announced today it will close both its HFC and Beneficial units, resulting in thousands of layoffs. The consumer lending companies offer a number of… Read More »HSBC to Halt Lending, Shutter HFC and Beneficial
Countrywide Name to be Retired in April
Sad news folks. On April 27, Bank of America will re-brand Countrywide Financial to “Bank of America Home Loans,” according to a report today in… Read More »Countrywide Name to be Retired in April
Equifirst to Halt Lending Operations
Equifirst announced today that effective immediately, it will be ceasing lending operations. Going forward, the Charlotte, North Carolina-based mortgage lender will no longer accept applications… Read More »Equifirst to Halt Lending Operations