Tim Lucas spent 11 years in the mortgage industry before joining Full Beaker to head up its mortgage websites. He's helped thousands of families buy and refinance real estate at banks and mortgage companies, and now continues that mission as Managing Editor of The Mortgage Reports. Tim has been featured in national publications such as Time, U.S. News and World Report, MSN, Scotsman Guide, and more.
Rates are low, home prices are up, and lenders are loosening cash out refinance rental property guidelines. How to cash out a rental, putting the equity to work.
There are many mortgage programs for buyers who want no-money-down home loans, or loans requiring just a small downpayment. This is a review of some of them.
Mortgage rates are dropping to fresh lows. July could provide some of the lowest rates seen in over 2 years. This is the chance mortgage rate shoppers have been waiting for.
Mortgage rates are in a tailspin as the Fed holds rates steady in June and hints at a significant cut this July.
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The USDA has launched its own version of the streamlined refinance program, similar to HARP and the FHA streamline refinance. No credit scores, no appraisals, and very low mortgage rates.
Owners of vacation homes are discovering low rates and easier qualification standards for second home refinances. Get cash out, lower your rate, and make your vacation residence more affordable.
Federal Reserve stays “patient” — for now The third Fed meeting of the year adjourned on May 1 and mortgage rates are benefitting. The group continued on the “patient” path […]
President Trump took to Twitter to advise a 1% rate cut and further stimulus from the Federal Reserve.