348 articles on "mortgage"

How much house can you afford

Your mortgage calculator says: probably a lot less than your mortgage banker says you can.Sometimes you can qualify for a loan but you should not accept it. Why? The monthly payments are more than you can afford. There are lots of laws in place at t...

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Avoiding The Bi-Weekly Payment Scam

Avoiding The Bi-Weekly Payment ScambyDave CzachOn the surface, the Bi-Weekly Mortgage Reduction Plan seems great. You divide your mortgage payment in half and pay it every two weeks into a large escrow account. The escrow service company then pays yo...

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Extending a Short Lease Might Not Be a Negative

If you are a flat hunter on a budget you might feel tempted by the prices of very short leasehold properties. If you are the holder of a property with a very short lease, are you feeling worried by the cost of extending the lease? No reason to sweat....

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Reverse Mortgage Explained

Reverse Mortgage Explained by: Ken Chukwell Can't remember how many times I've been asked "What is a reverse mortgage"? Reverse mortgages are a great way to get a loan using your primary asset. As in all cases of financial lending, the...

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What is a Reverse Mortgage?

What is a Reverse Mortgage? by: Stuart Simpson Simply stated, a reverse mortgage is a loan that enables homeowners (age 62 and older) to convert part of the equity in their home into a tax-free income without having to sell the home, give up the...

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New mortgage rules in Canada could give home buyers good news!

The new rules for mortgages, set by the Federal Government, take effect March 18, 2011. Mortgages will not be available for longer than a 30 year amortization, and you will not be able to re-finance more than 85% of the value of your home. In additio...

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How To Save Thousands in Interest on Your Home Mortgage!

How To Save Thousands in Interest on Your Home Mortgage! by: Sameer S Panjwani So you have a mortgage on your home or planning to get one? Here’s something to consider if you want to reduce your interest payment and save on thousands of dollar...

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Mortgage Lending A through D

What was once a small segment of residential lending is now becoming one of the fastest growing areas in mortgage banking. Nearly every major institution is entering the non-traditional lending market. These lenders are providing loans to borrowers t...

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Real Estate Basics: Q & A

Many clients and readers of News & Views call or e-mail me with recurring questions regarding a real estate acquisition. The purchase of a home, or first venture into multi-family realty, for most individuals requires a substantial investment of time...

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Mortgage Questions to Ask Your Lender

Mortgage Questions to Ask Your Lender by: Gerald Meyer Buying and financing a home today can be overwhelming. Here are some questions to ask your lender so that you can make informed decisions. Are both fixed-rate and adjustable mortgage loans a...

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