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Is my personal information safe?
Absolutely. Your privacy and security is of the utmost importance to us. After logging into this system, your information
is encrypted so your personal information cannot be accessed or viewed by anyone without the proper privileges. We
maintain the highest level of security and data encryption available throughout your loan process.
How much does mortgage insurance cost?
Your PMI will be based on your down payment and the loan amount. The larger your down payment, the less PMI will cost.
This is paid monthly with your mortgage payment.
What is title insurance?
Title insurance provides the lender and the buyer if you purchase owner’s coverage with coverage for losses resulting
from specific title defects listed in the policy. In cases where land and property have changed hands over time, there
is always the possibility an error has occurred. If an error has occurred, someone else may have an interest in the
property, improvements may encroach on property lines or other similar problems may exist. In these scenarios, if you do
not have title insurance you could lose your investment in your home. Lenders require "lenders coverage" to protect
their investment and it only protects the lender. Owner’s coverage is optional and provides separate coverage for the
borrower.
What are credit scores?
Your credit score is an indication of your payment habits. There can be mistakes on your credit report. You should make
an effort to correct these mistakes. You can review your credit record by ordering a copy of your credit report.
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Mortgage Qualification Guidlines
1.For income from a second job to be considered as part of your qualifying income, you have to have a long history of at least two years receiving that second income as part of your toal earnings.
2. If you have been receiving income through child support, you should have been receiving income consistently. You would be required to submit a history of the payments made for the child support. Usually, if your child support status has just been awarded recently, it might not be considered as a qualifying source of income.
3. It is not advisable to apply for a mortgage loan while being involved in a lawsuit or any legal matter. You should prospone your application until that legal matter is settled and resolved before you could apply for a mortgage loan.
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Mortgage Loans for People with Bad Credit
Though a bankruptcy is certainly a blemish on a credit report, it does not necessarily disqualify a borrower. Recognising that sometimes bad things happen to good people, some select loan officers are becoming more willing to take a calculated risk.
Some lenders use a securing system to determine whether potential buyers are a worthwhile risk. Unfortunately, bankruptcy gives a low rating. However, select lenders are beginning to look beyond the rating and look at the individuals in need.
Because of new options, bankruptcy no longer needs to stand in the way of getting a home loan. With the help of more creative lenders, those who have experienced financial difficulty will have an easier time getting a mortgage.
