If you have lost your home through a foreclosure, short sale or bankruptcy and want to get another mortgage loan, you may be wondering how long you’ll have to wait. Your credit will take a hit after all of these situations, although possibly not as much as you think or for as long as you […]
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Why You Need a True Mortgage PRO!
Advertising will often make consumers believe that they can walk into their local bank or call an online lender to get a mortgage. This may be fine as long as your situation is simple. However, a large percentage of mortgage applicants have situations that make them unique. Mortgage guidelines change very rapidly. There are tax […]
Inquiries: Losing Points On Your Credit Score
How many points does a credit inquiry make you lose? You all know this person, and if you don’t it’s probably because it’s you. The person who opens up their wallet or purse to see every store credit card that is known to man/woman. This is all due to that delightful store clerk asking them […]
Investing In Real Estate As A Couple: Part 1
Real estate investing is not a “get rich quick” scheme. Just as any home needs a solid foundation so does your real estate education. This is key to your long term investing success. First ask yourself a few questions: Do we have a clear understanding of what type of real estate properties are best suited […]
IRS Budget Cuts = More Tax Liens and Tax Collections For The Taxpayer
John Niemann, CPA joins Doug in the Cornerstone Mortgage Studios to discuss how the IRS Budget Cuts are effecting the Taxpayer. The “Tax Gap” is IRS’ estimate of tax the Treasury misses out on, each year, because of non-filing, underreporting of income and underpayment. The total is estimated at $450 billion a year and $45 […]