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December 08, 2009
Mortgage Notes
Mortgage notes are used to record the terms of a bank note issued to purchase real estate. These legal contracts document the amount of funds borrowed, interest rate, property location, and contact information for parties responsible for repaying the loan.
Mortgage notes can be sold to cash flow notes buyers or private real estate investors. Many reasons exist for selling real estate notes. The most common include obtaining a lump sum of cash to finance college tuition, pay off credit cards, medical expenses or unsecured debts.
Real Estate Investing article on "Mortgage Notes"
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 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"
September 08, 2009
BPO
BPO is the acronym for Broker Price Opinion. BPO's are used within the mortgage lending industry to obtain summarized property appraisals. Broker Price Opinions are used to obtain an estimated value of real estate and are not as thorough as conventional appraisals.
BPO appraisals are often used when homeowners enter into mortgage refinancing or apply for a home equity line of credit (HELOC). BPO's are frequently used to obtain estimated property values of distressed properties such as foreclosure or short sale homes. They can also be used when borrowers obtain a loan modification to avoid foreclosure.
Real Estate Investing article on "BPO"
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.
Real Estate Investing article on "Mortgage Refinance"
August 07, 2009
Broker Price Opinion
Broker Price Opinion refers to the process used to obtain property values. Mortgage lenders and bank loss mitigation departments utilize BPO reports in lieu of traditional property appraisals to obtain estimated property values of real estate which is entering into foreclosure or when borrowers wish to obtain a loan modification.
Broker Price Opinion is not the same as a traditional property appraisal. As the name suggests, the appraised value is an opinion based on a variety of predetermined factors. These can include the area where the property is located, square footage of the home, lot size, and the condition of other homes in the area; including the percentage of foreclosure or bank owned properties.
Real Estate Investing article on "Broker Price Opinion"
August 02, 2009
Short Sales vs Foreclosure
Short sales vs. foreclosure is a hot topic in the world of real estate. These two options might be the only thing left for borrowers struggling to make ends meet. Both can resolve financial challenges or create an entirely new set of problems.
The primary difference between short sales vs foreclosure is with short sales homeowners have the opportunity to sell their property for less than is owed on the mortgage note. Borrowers must meet certain criteria to obtain short sale approval from their lender.
Real Estate Investing article on "Short Sales vs Foreclosure"
July 10, 2009
Owner Will Carry
Owner will carry is a becoming a popular way to finance the purchase of real estate. With the current credit crunch, many sellers are now offering to finance all or a portion of the purchase price in order to attract buyers. Also referred to as seller carry back, this type of financing is beneficial to both buyers and sellers.
Sellers who offer owner will carry financing open the doors to more buyers. Since many people are unable to qualify for a traditional mortgage loan, seller carry back provides buyers with the opportunity to purchase property without obtaining funding through a bank.
Real Estate Investing article on "Owner Will Carry"
June 26, 2009
Short Sale Foreclosure
Short sale foreclosure properties include residential homes, commercial buildings or raw land that has been returned to the bank because the property owner became delinquent on their mortgage note.
Short sale foreclosure is also an option given to borrowers allowing them to sell their property for less than they owe on their mortgage loan. Short sales can be a saving grace to borrowers unable to refinance or obtain a loan modification. The process generally takes four o six months to complete, but allows the borrower to walk away from their home without owing further monies.
Real Estate Investing article on "Short Sale Foreclosure"
June 21, 2009
Mortgage Short Sale
A mortgage short sale is one option available to homeowners facing foreclosure or unable to continue making their mortgage payments. With the current economic turmoil, millions of Americans are struggling to make ends meet. Many must choose between paying their mortgage and putting food on the table. Once they become delinquent on their mortgage note it can be next to impossible to get back on track.
The first step to obtaining a mortgage short sale is to contact your lender. Short sales are usually handled through the bank's loss mitigation department. A loss mitigator will be assigned to handle your case and will work with you throughout the process.
