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March 08, 2010
Making Home Affordable
Last year, President Obama unveiled Making Home Affordable to help borrowers struggling to make their monthly mortgage payments and those facing foreclosure. The primary goal of this program is to offer loan modifications and mortgage refinance to borrowers whose mortgage notes are secured by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
The Making Home Affordable refinancing plan expires on June 10, 2010, while the loan modification program expires December 31, 2012. Two additional programs are currently in the works. The 2nd lien modification program is scheduled to be implemented in the first quarter of 2010. The foreclosure alternatives program is expected to debut in April 2010.
Real Estate Investing article on "Making Home Affordable"
February 01, 2010
Hard Money Lender Real Estate
Hard money lender real estate refers to private lenders providing financing to home buyers and investors for the purchase of real property. Hard money loans are considerably more expensive than conventionally financed loans and are intended as short-term interim financing.
Hard money lender real estate funding is often the only source available to borrowers with bad credit. This type of home mortgage loan can be used to help borrowers establish or rebuild credit. Real estate investors sometimes obtain hard money loans to purchase commercial real estate or investment properties intended for house flipping.
Real Estate Investing article on "Hard Money Lender Real Estate"
December 26, 2009
Property Tax
Real estate property tax is assessed by local governments such as cities, townships, counties, parishes and boroughs and is the primary source of income for communities. The majority of state property tax is used for education, while remaining funds are used for county and municipality expenses such as paying government employee salaries, road repairs and improvements to infrastructure.
Mortgage lenders calculate property tax by multiplying the tax rate times the property value. When borrowers buy houses, a property appraiser assesses the value of the real estate based on several factors. The appraised value can be higher or lower than the purchase amount. When buying a house, the goal is to purchase the property for less than the appraised value.
Real Estate Investing article on "Property Tax"
November 23, 2009
Real Estate Forbearance
Real estate forbearance agreements are used when mortgage borrowers become delinquent with home loan payments. In order to qualify for loan forbearance, homeowners must possess the financial ability to make future payments and work with a bank loss mitigator to devise a repayment plan to cure mortgage arrearages.
When real estate forbearance agreements are issued the mortgage lender agrees not to initiate foreclosure proceedings as long as the borrower complies with payments terms. Mortgage forbearance repayment plans typically extend between three and twelve months.
Real Estate Investing article on "Real Estate Forbearance"
November 13, 2009
Deed in Lieu
Deed in lieu is an option presented to borrowers facing foreclosure. Deed in lieu agreements allow borrowers to return their house to the mortgage lender and walk away. Although homeowners' lose all vested monies and receive no sale proceeds they can avoid foreclosure and lessen credit damage.
Mortgage lenders are not required to offer deed in lieu agreements. However, banks benefit by this type of real estate transaction because it allows them to avoid the costly expense of foreclosure eviction.
Real Estate Investing article on "Deed in Lieu "
November 10, 2009
Mortgage Note
A mortgage note is used when individuals purchase real estate by obtaining a loan through a lender. Mortgage notes contain information regarding the real estate transaction such as principal sum, interest rate, length of the note, monthly payment amount, prepayment penalties and stipulations of how the property is to be used; e.g.; primary residence or rental property.
A mortgage note can be sold to mortgage buyers in exchange for a lump sum cash payment. Multiple reasons exist to sell mortgage notes. The most common is to obtain quick cash to get out of debt, college tuition, or use funds for real estate or financial investments.
Real Estate Investing article on "Mortgage Note"
October 21, 2009
Seller Carry Back Trust Deeds
Seller carry back trust deeds are used when property owners provide financing to sellers. Also known as seller carry back financing, trust deeds secure the property until private financing has been repaid. Sellers can elect to carry all or a portion of real estate financing. This technique is often used when buyers are unable to obtain financing through a traditional lending source.
Three parties are involved when seller carry back trust deeds are used. These include the Trustor, Beneficiary and Trustee. The property owner or seller is referred to as the Trustor. The individual or entity that receives income from the mortgage note is referred to as the Beneficiary. Beneficiaries can be a private party or a lending institution such as a bank or credit union. The person who holds legal title to the real estate is referred to as the Trustee. Depending on the circumstances, the Trustor can also be the Trustee and Beneficiary.
Real Estate Investing article on "Seller Carry Back Trust Deeds"
October 17, 2009
FSBO
FSBO stands for "For Sale by Owner". Homeowners engage in FSBO for many reasons. One of the most common is to avoid paying realtor commissions. The average realty commission is 6-percent of the sale price. By eliminating the fee, sellers can reduce the asking price of their property.
Closing fees are still associated with FSBO properties. These can include surveys, appraisals, inspections, homeowners insurance, property taxes, and bank fees. Sellers should review their mortgage note to determine if prepayment penalties are imposed.
Real Estate Investing article on "FSBO"
September 28, 2009
Foreclosure Home
When it comes to buying a foreclosure home it is important to understand the pros and cons of this type of real estate transaction. While you might be lucky enough to find a foreclosed house in perfect condition, chances are high you will need to engage in physical labor to get the property back in good condition.
Before beginning your quest for the perfect foreclosure home, it is a good idea to apply for pre-qualified home mortgage financing. Doing so ensures you are qualified to buy the property and provides extra bargaining leverage when it comes time to make an offer.
Real Estate Investing article on "Foreclosure Home"
September 03, 2009
Mortgage Refinance
Entering into mortgage refinance allows homeowners to reduce their monthly mortgage payment or obtain cash from accrued equity in their home. However, it is important to gather all the facts and shop around for the best interest rate and lowest closing costs.
The first step of mortgage refinance should be reviewing the current mortgage note. Financial experts recommend refinancing when homeowners can obtain interest rates at least 2-percent lower than what they are currently being charged.
