15 Sep 2016
By Mark Feder

Mortgage Myths: Here’s Why You Don’t Need a Full 20 Percent Down Payment

Home Mortgage Tips
If you're just getting into the real estate market, you may have heard that 20% down is the ideal percentage in order to lower your monthly payments and get your mortgage application approved. However, while 20% is often suggested, many people struggle to come up with this amount of money. If you're staving off home ownership, here are some reasons you may not need to hold off as you long as you thought. Minimizing Your Insurance Costs Putting down 20% of the total purchase price of your home is often suggested, but it doesn't definitively mean that your application won't…
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13 Sep 2016
By Mark Feder

Financing That Dream Home with a Mortgage? Here’s What to Expect on Closing Day

Home Mortgage Tips
There are so many details that lead up to the purchase of your dream home that it can be hard to realize it when the closing day is finally upon you. However, when closing day finally arrives, there will still be a few last minute details that need to be taken care of. If you're getting ready to solidify your home purchase and are wondering about the remaining paperwork and any unknown details, here are some things you can expect when it comes to making your purchase complete. One Last Walk Through A home inspection is an important part of…
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08 Sep 2016
By Mark Feder

Understanding ‘Disposable Income’ and How This Will Impact Your Mortgage Approval

Home Mortgage Tips
There are few things more exciting than finding your ideal home, but with the rising cost of housing, a person's dream home can often come with a very high purchase price. If you're wondering how much home you can truly afford and how your cost of living will fare for your mortgage approval, here are some of the details on what you can expect when it comes to finding a home at an affordable price. What Is Your Debt-to-Income Ratio? Before deciding if a home is right for you, it's important to calculate what your debt-to-income (DTI) ratio is to…
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02 Sep 2016
By Mark Feder

Can You Use a Reverse Mortgage to Buy Your Next Home? Yes, and Here’s How

Home Mortgage Tips
Most people who have been on the market for a home are familiar with what the term 'mortgage' means, but many have not heard of a reverse mortgage and aren't aware of how this product can benefit them. If you're nearing retirement and are contemplating a new home or even relocation to another community, here are the details on a reverse mortgage and how this option may benefit you. What Is A Reverse Mortgage? While many homeowners may not have the net worth to be able to buy another home without selling their current one, a reverse mortgage enables the…
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