A mortgage loan approval is never final until it's funded. And that means after you've signed the final paperwork and the bank has wired funds to escrow. Mortgages are made up of many moving parts, any of which might "go wrong" while your home loan … [Continue reading]
Whatever You Do, Don’t Make These Common Mortgage Mistakes
Are you applying for a mortgage on your home? Keep in mind that a mortgage is a major financial decision and choosing one will have a significant impact on the rest of your life. Many people go into this decision without understanding all of the … [Continue reading]
How To Choose The Right Neighborhood When Buying A Home
The old real estate cliche' about "location, location, location" is true, as the area of the city where your home is located will have an impact on its future value as well as your lifestyle. So what factors should you consider when you are choosing … [Continue reading]
Simplified Home Loan Modification Program Recently Announced
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) recently announced a new, streamlined home loan modification program to help Ardmore home owners who are behind in their payments or own a home with a mortgage that is under water. The purpose of the recently … [Continue reading]
Home Prices Accelerate In 2013 WIth Double Digit Growth
Last week, the S&P/Case-Shiller Index showed home prices gaining 8.1 percent during the 12-month period ending January 2013, marking the largest year-over-year increases since the summer of 2006. The Case-Shiller Index measures changes in home … [Continue reading]