by Irene Moustakas | Aug 19, 2009 | Tips
For those of you whom are unable to refinance because your value has declined and who do not qualify under the Fannie Mae Refi Plus program, your only option is to ask your servicer for a loan modification. I’m working on gathering information from people who...
by Irene Moustakas | Aug 14, 2009 | Miscellaneous
I now have a Facebook business profile page! Click on the link below to sign in, and if you’d like, become a fan. In addition to linking blog posts, I will be putting short and quick tips, pointers and updates. Loans by Irene on Facebook Thanks! Share this:...
by Irene Moustakas | Aug 11, 2009 | Tips
Be wary of the property’s condition and the work that needs to be done. You may be a handy, do-it-yourself person, but lenders have specific rules about what constitutes a “livable” home. Even if you agree to buy the home “as-is”, the...
by Irene Moustakas | Jul 24, 2009 | 1st Time Homebuyers, Loan Programs and Products
A conventional loan is any standard, traditional loan that is not backed by the government. In contrast, an FHA loan is government-insured, meaning that the government will guarantee it. Because the government guarantees to the lender that your loan (your payments)...
by Irene Moustakas | Jul 15, 2009 | Uncategorized
The Making Home Affordable program will be increasing the maximum allowed Loan-to-Value ratio from 105% to 125% soon. I will keep you updated when this occurs, but this is will help give more homeowners the opportunity to refinance. The program does have stipulations,...