First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit up to $8000
I have to first preface this post by stating that I am not a tax advisor and cannot guarantee any of the following information. But I can let you know some of the requirements and stipulations for qualifying for the First Time Homebuyer tax credit. First time...Reminder on Loan Amount Limits
Up to $417,000: Conforming Loan Limit (the best interest rates and most “common-sense” underwriting). $417,000-$729,750: High-Balance Conforming loans (this reverted back to a $729,750 loan limit, but it is temporary. It will go back to $625,500 at some...Home Valuation Code of Conduct Letter
The fight against the HVCC isn’t over yet! I would like to share with you the letter that I wrote and sent to 9 of our elected representatives (governor, congresspeople and president). If you would like to contribute your own letter or phone call (or even use...Interior Insurance Now Required on Townhomes and Condos
Lenders are now requiring homeowners of condos and townhouses to insure the fixtures and contents within their home. HOA dues (usually) cover insurance for just the outside of your unit and the development as a whole, not the inside. This can potentially change your...Two More Days until Appraisal Process Changes: Home Valuation Code of Conduct
One final reminder about the appraisal process. If you sign and date an application and disclosures prior to May 1, 2009, and get your credit report pulled to justify those dated forms, we have control in who to order the appraisal from. If you wait until May 1st and...Loan Calculator
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