What impact will Fannie Mae retiring the HomePath Mortgage and HomePath Renovation Mor...
Should we waive the contingencies on a home purchase? It's not unusual in a seller's market or in a multiple offer situation for buyers to consider waiving contingencies. The typical contingencies on a home purchase are inspections, apprais...
What is a non-warrantable condo and why is it difficult to finance? A non-warrantable condo is a condominium that does not meet the minimum eligibility standards set by FHA, Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac. These agencies will not in...
What are my chances of getting a new mortgage if my ex spouse is late on joint mortgage? This is one of those situations where many ex spouses frequently find themselves in (i.e. The divorce decree states that an ex spouse is responsib...
How soon can I get a VA loan after a foreclosure? How soon you can get a VA loan after a foreclosure depends in large part on how much VA loan entitlement you have remaining and your credit profile. There are VA lenders that o...
What is happening with the Houston Housing market?...
Why did HomePath down payment requirement change from 3% to 5%? Market conditions and mortgage programs frequently change. However, this one came as a surprise since HomePath mortgages have historically require only 3% down...
What
can a Homebuyer do to prevent closing delays?...