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How Can I Buy Before I Sell?
July 19, 1999, revised January 6, 2006 "I need to use the equity in my existing house to buy a new one, but it looks like I am going to have to close on my new house before I am able to close on my old one?How do I handle this?" I am assuming you have exhausted all ... more...

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Bridge Loan
Bridge Loan A bridge loan is a short-term loan, usually a second mortgage, run for 6 month but may be taken taken out for a period of 2 weeks to 3 years. The borrower's current home (which is usually "for sale") is ... more...

Interim Financing
Interim Financing A construction loan made during completion of a building or a project. A permanent loan usually replaces this loan after completion. Interim loans are used to bridge the gap between the construction loan and the permanent loan (hence bridge loans) ... more...

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Inflation: Public Enemy Number 1
When our grandparents were working they could earn a decent living, pay for a house, a car, seven children, and still have money to put in the bank. But today, the cost of living has outstripped rises in pay so that things cost more but were not making more. We have to make due with the money we ... more...

Thinking About a Payday Loan?
Not everybody is fortunate enough to win the lottery. If you're like most of us, you have to work for living to put food on the table and a roof over your head. At times you find yourself with a little extra cash to splurge on something nice, but other times you find that an emergency or a ... more...

What Is A FHA Loan?
Most of us need to borrow some money at least at one point of time in our life. When we want to buy a car, to study at the College or University, when we want to buy a house or home, when we need money to start our own business - even when we use our credit cards.There are many types of loans and ... more...

Bridging the Gap through Bridging Loans
You were on your regular walk with your wife, and you passed by this house. Then the idea struck - you want this home. A chat with the property dealer and the price was fixed. But there was a problem - a major problem to be exact.The house has to be purchased at the earliest. Or else it will be ... more...

Why Choose a Bridging Loan?
Listed below are some of the reasons for choosing a bridging loan. A bridging loan is a short term mortgage which is secured by your property. This is usually arranged by getting a mortgage on the new property, and taking out a second mortgage on the property being sold.In effect, this type of ... more...

Loans Guide
Many people are confused by the different types of loans available.Here is a helpful summary of the most common loans available today.Bad Credit Personal LoanA Bad Credit Personal Loan is a loan designed for the many people with a bad credit rating. However created, your past record of County Court ... more...

How to Spot and Avoid Predatory Lending
Predatory lenders promise loans that are "too good to be true" and pressure borrowers to take them on the spot. Here's a few things you or your family and friends should know about spotting and avoid predatory loans:How to Spot a Predatory Loan*Balloon payments.*High interest rates.*Monthly ... more...

President Bush Make Up Your Mind Please
In the Wake of the Hurricane Katrina Disaster President Bush Stated he would not only help rebuild New Orleans, But build New Orleans bigger and stronger. He also stated that he would attack Poverty in New Orleans by helping the renters in New Orleans Become Home Owners.That statement contradicts ... more...

Making Your Business Happen with a Commercial Lender
If your home business is starting to overflow from the office into other parts of the house, it may be time to consider finding a building large enough to handle your startups rapid growth. However, most businesses are unable to generate enough revenue at this phase of growth to allow for the ... more...

Double Your Help To Hurricane Katrina Victims Without Any Added Out of Pocket Costs
The outpouring of support for the Hurricane Katrina Relief effort is unprecedented. The Red Cross which is just one of the many charitable organizations has raised over 300 Million Dollars. Walmart has donated 15 Million Dollars and the Walton family an Additional 8 Million Dollars. Big ... more...

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