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Feb
21
2024
Navigating Home Inspections: A Buyer's Guide to Uncovering Hidden Issues
Spotting potential problems in a home is crucial for any prospective homebuyer. While a property may seem perfect at first glance, underlying issues may not be immediately apparent. These issues could range from water damage to foundation problems and even troublesome neighbors. Here...
Feb
19
2024
10 creative ways to income-qualify for a home loan
Options include a trusted co-signer, tapping stock investmentsand even future alimony payments By JEFF LAZERSON | jlazerson@mortgagegrader.com | MortgageGrader.com | February 19, 2024 Article originally posted in Orange County Register on February 15, 2024. Mortgage rates...
Feb
14
2024
Mastering Your Mortgage Journey: The Importance of FICO Score 8
Understanding your credit score is crucial, especially when it comes to significant financial decisions like applying for a mortgage. Among the various credit scoring models out there, one of the most widely used is the FICO Score 8. But what exactly is it, and why does it matter so much in...
Feb
12
2024
Cash-strapped, 55-and-older homeowners can weigh no-payment reverse second
Borrowers never make a payment on the reverse second.But of course, nothing is free. By JEFF LAZERSON | jlazerson@mortgagegrader.com | MortgageGrader.com | February12, 2024 Article originally posted in Orange County Register on February 8, 2024. Many cash-strapped senior...
Feb
07
2024
Navigating the New Norms: 4 Rules for Home Shopping in Today's Market
If you've been holding off on buying a house because of mortgage rates, it might be time to reconsider. Let's break down some of the old rules and what's new in the world of home shopping. First up, forget the notion that mortgage rates are sky-high. While they did reach alarming heights in...
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Jeff Lazerson - Mortgage Columnist since 2011