FHA Home BuyingNovember 29, 2015Is An FHA Loan Right For Me?For many of today's home buyers, the FHA mortgage program is a clear "best choice". Here's how to determine whether you should use an FHA mortgage, too.
About MortgagesNovember 25, 20152016 Mortgage Loan Limits For Conforming Loans Now AvailableFannie Mae and Freddie Mac released conforming loan limits for 2016, by county. A lookup chart by U.S. county, plus analysis and live mortgage rate quotes.
InterviewsNovember 18, 2015TheMortgageReports.com Interview Series: Angela Boyd, Managing Director, Make Room CampaignTheMortgageReports.com interviews Angela Boyd, Managing Director, Make Room Campaign. An in-depth look at the organization and how it's empowering renters.
Mortgage ProductsNovember 17, 2015Fannie Mae’s HomePath Replacement: The Home Ready™ MortgageFannie Mae replaced its HomePath mortgage with a new, 3% down program called Home Ready. First-time buyers and investors have used the program with success.
VA LoansNovember 17, 2015How To Get A VA Mortgage After A DivorceFor military borrowers, divorce complicates the VA home loan application process. What you need to know about alimony, child support, and buying a new home.
InterviewsNovember 16, 2015VA Loans (A Personal Story): Air Force Vet Builds A Real Estate PortfolioMeet Air Force veteran Howard Lovely. Howard used the VA Home Loan Guaranty program to buy his first home, and is making the program part of his retirement plans.
UncategorizedNovember 16, 2015Mortgage Pre-Approval: Tips To Get Your Purchase Loan Approved FasterMortgage pre-approval letters are powerful tools for today's competitive home buyers. Learn how to expedite your approval and make a better offer. Mortgage rates available at no cost whatsoever.
InterviewsNovember 11, 2015VA Loans (A Personal Story): Navy Vet Uses “No Downpayment” OptionMeet Navy veteran Mike Davis, his wife Andrea, and Mr. Boo & Peanut. Mike, an attorney, used the VA Home Loan Guaranty program to buy a California bungalow.
InterviewsNovember 11, 2015VA Loans (A Personal Story): Air Force Vet Calls Program “A Blessing”Meet Air Force veteran David Dei Rossi, his wife Cindy, and their six children. David used the VA Home Loan Guaranty program to buy an 8-person -home in California with zero money down.
FHA Home BuyingNovember 10, 2015FHA Loans: Special Perks For Buyers, Plus Extra-Low Mortgage RatesFHA loans are loaded with perks for today's buyers, including a low down payment, and an allowance for up to 6% of closing costs to be paid by the seller.
VA LoansNovember 9, 2015VA Loans & The Energy Efficient Mortgage (EEM) ProgramAbout the VA Energy Efficient Mortgage (EEM) program. Finance eco-friendly home improvements with your mortgage. An overview and today's live mortgage rates.
VA LoansNovember 2, 2015Buy A Home With A VA Loan After BankruptcyExperiencing a Chapter 7 or a Chapter 13 bankruptcy doesn't mean that you'll lose your hard-earned VA benefits, including access to the VA home loans.
Mortgage StrategyNovember 2, 2015Where To Begin: When You Want To Stop Renting & Start OwningMortgage rates are low and U.S. rents are rising, creating a rush of demand to purchase new homes. A look at how to get started in your planning process.
VA LoansOctober 30, 2015VA Loans For Second Homes And Vacation Properties JumpThe VA Home Loan Guaranty program is surging among aging military borrowers, who are using their GI Bill benefits to purchase second and retirement homes.
Real Estate NewsOctober 29, 2015Buying A Home Moves Beyond Just “Location, Location, Location”The old real estate adage -- "Location, location, location" -- may not be the most important piece of advice today's home buyers need to hear.
Mortgage StrategyOctober 28, 2015Consumers: “We Think Mortgages Are Too Hard To Get”A survey of 1,000 readers of TheMortgageReports.com shows that consumers think it's too hard to get a mortgage approved in today's mortgage market.
Mortgage ProductsOctober 18, 2015“Delayed Financing” Mortgage: Buy Today, Cash-Out TomorrowSpecial loan program lets buyers do a cash-out refinance the next day after purchase. No special requirements. Program review & complimentary rate quote.
VA LoansOctober 15, 2015Getting Approved For A VA Home Loan MortgageSince 1944, the VA Home Loan Guaranty program has offered 100% financing for eligible veterans and servicemembers. Get approved for a VA home loan.
Mortgage StrategyOctober 14, 2015Should You Use Home Equity To Pay For College?Home values are rising and so are college tuitions. In response, homeowners are turning to cash-out refinances to cover student costs. Is this a smart idea?
Mortgage StrategyOctober 13, 2015How Long Does It Take To Get A Mortgage Approved?How long does it take to get a mortgage approved? For home purchases, it may be longer than you think. Tips to speed thing up, plus access to today's live rates.