Tag Archives | Mortgage Basics

How Much Can I Afford?

By on May 9, 2010 in Mortgage

How much mortgage money can I qualify to borrow? This is typically the number one question mortgage professionals are asked by new clients. Of critical importance when considering mortgage financing: There is sometimes a difference between what a client ***can*** borrow and what they ***should*** borrow. In other words, what makes for a comfortable long-term [...]

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First-Time Home Buyer Credit Checklist

By on March 28, 2010 in Mortgage

Getting a new mortgage for a First-Time Home Buyer can be a little overwhelming with all of the important details, guidelines and potential speed bumps. Since there are so many rules and steps to follow, here is a simple list of Do’s and Don’ts to keep in mind throughout the mortgage approval process: DO: Continue [...]

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Understanding An Amortization Schedule

By on March 28, 2010 in Mortgage

By committing to a mortgage loan, the borrower is entering into a financial agreement with a lender to pay back the mortgage money, with interest, over a set period of time. The borrower’s monthly mortgage payment may change over time depending on the type of loan program, however, we’re going to address the typical 30 [...]

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How Do I Calculate My Mortgage Payment Without Using A Mortgage Calculator?

By on March 28, 2010 in Mortgage

Calculating an exact mortgage payment without a calculator on a loan is no small task, but there are some simple rules-of-thumb you can use to get a close estimate. With the exception of the MIT Blackjack Team, performing this type of complex math in your head often leads to frustrating rants. When coming up with [...]

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Do I Have To Continue Making My Mortgage Payment If My Lender Goes Bankrupt?

By on March 28, 2010 in Mortgage

When mortgage lenders go out of business and are essentially taken over by the FDIC, homeowners are left wondering if they still need to make a monthly payment. Great thought, and a very common question for many borrowers in the 2006-2010 time frame. The short answer is YES, you still have to continue making mortgage [...]

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