FAQ for Self Employed Home Loans
Frequently asked questions on self-employment home loans or stated income loans. Question: How good does my credit have to be? Answer: You need a minimum credit score of 600 to be eligible for a stated income self-employment home loan. Past credit issues may be okay...
How to Go From Renting to Owning
Making the Move from Renting to Buying Welcome to the real world. Are you ready to be homeowners? It is a big step to go from renting to owning. There are a lot more responsibilities but you are gaining equity for the future, saving money for yourself and developing a...
Will My Credit Score Affect My Chances of Getting a Home Loan?
A lot of us think that that credit score, that end-all/a be-all number is really the deciding factor on whether or not we can get a loan. Any loan or for that matter be it a car loan, student loan, appliance loan, or financing just about anything, but that score, that...
What You Need to Be Ready for Your Home Loan Application
How to Prepare for a Home Loan Application Planning for home ownership is just as important as homeownership itself. Being prepared from the beginning can put you in a better place overall not only now but in the future. Nobody wants to purchase a home only to be...
Home Loans for Fixer Uppers – 203K Loan
If you are considering buying a home that needs a little bit of TLC, an FHA 203K loan might be the best option. An FHA 203K loan also sometimes referred to as a re-help loan or construction loan, allows the borrower to finance two major items in one, the house itself,...
What Will it Cost You If You Wait to Buy?
I speak to a lot of real estate agents that have issues with buyers waiting to buy. Obviously, we know the prices consistently go up over the years even if there are drops here or there but what is really the difference if you buy now versus waiting until next year?...
When Should We Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage?
Being preapproved before looking at homes is always the correct way to do things when buying a property but when should you get preapproved, why, and what is it? Being preapproved with a lender is more than simply typing in your income in a mortgage calculator online...
Can I Refinance if I’m Self Employed?
The stated income home loans or self-employment home loans are a great option for anyone that is self-employed but I've been asked a lot frequently if self-employed individuals can refinance under this type of loan. Sometimes qualifying for a mortgage can be difficult...
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