by luxretail | Sep 22, 2021 | Refinancing
Sometimes, refinancing your mortgage just makes sense; especially if you can move to a lower interest rate and a more affordable monthly payment. Streamline refinance options for government-backed FHA, VA, and USDA home loans can significantly reduce the time it takes...
by luxretail | Sep 10, 2021 | Home Buying, Market News, Self Employed
(855) 288-4555 Get a Free Quote in Minutes Non-qualified mortgages, or Non-QM loans, are products designed to help homebuyers whose financial scenarios fall outside of traditional mortgage criteria – this includes real estate investors. During the early part of...
by luxretail | Aug 25, 2021 | Home Buying
In today’s very competitive housing market, a great number of buyers are putting down around 20% of the purchase price to give their offer an advantage. But the reality is many first-time buyers who finance a home do not have that cash on hand. In fact, many would-be...
by luxretail | Aug 17, 2021 | Refinancing
Because no two borrowers have the exact same circumstances, the set of pros and cons for refinancing an existing mortgage will be different for each. To answer the question whether or not refinancing is advantageous for your scenario, start by asking yourself these...
by luxretail | Aug 6, 2021 | Home Buying, Investors, Self Employed
Home buyers who are recovering from an unexpected credit event or those who are self-employed, small business owners or investors might think it’s nearly impossible to find a lender to approve a mortgage loan, leaving them fewer options to finance their home purchase....
by luxretail | Jul 28, 2021 | Home Buying
As things regress to normal on a national level, now is a great time to consider becoming a homeowner. Interest rates are historically low. The economy is stabilizing. Job security is increasing. Is this the right time to buy into the American dream? Though everyone’s...
by luxretail | Jul 14, 2021 | Home Buying
If you are a buyer in the current housing market, you probably already know how competitive it is. The pandemic, low interest rates, and of course supply and demand are all responsible for the bidding wars. The national average number of offers on a home is currently...
by luxretail | Jul 5, 2021 | Investors, Self Employed
When it comes to financing a home mortgage, borrowers may not always think outside the box. Conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA loans are on everyone’s radar. But not everyone fits into those boxes. Self-employed, property investors, and contractors may have good credit,...
by luxretail | Jun 28, 2021 | Home Buying
You’re ready to buy a home. The best first step is finding a mortgage lender who can help you get prequalified and preapproved. Buying a home is an important milestone in life. It can also be a frustrating and lengthy process. For these reasons, shopping for a...
by luxretail | Jun 17, 2021 | Home Buying, Investors
It’s a great time to be a real estate investor. According to Redfin, investor home purchases in the U.S. rose by 2.7% year over year in the first quarter, marking the first period of growth since the pandemic began in 2020. The increase follows three consecutive...