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Sign an Exclusive Contract With a Mortgage Broker?
20 June 2005 Many borrowers are reluctant to sign a contract with a mortgage broker that bars the borrower from working with another loan provider. The following letter is typical. ?The mortgage broker I contacted asked me to sign an "exclusive agency" agreement that says I ... more...

What Is Predatory Lending?
November 8, 1999 "What is 'predatory lending'"? Predatory lendinghas been much in the news lately, and legislation has been introduced in a number of states to regulate it away. Most of this proposed legislation is ill-advised -- a knee-jerk response to horror stories. ... more...

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Default
Default Failure to meet legal obligations in a contract, specifically, failure to make the monthly payments on a mortgage. You'll ... more...

Wraparound Mortgage
Wraparound Mortgage Mortgage Loan which provides a buyer with the amount of the remaining balance on a seller's mortgage plus an additional amount which is requested by seller as part of the contract of sale. Payments are made to the lender who holds the wraparound loan. ... more...

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Internet & Mortgage Calculations
Youve been approved! The words you have always wanted to hear when you filled out the home loan application. It swirls through your mind the opportunities and memories you will cherish in your new home. Before you even start shopping for a home it is best to understand in real terms what you can ... more...

Used Car Auto Loan - Tips on Financing Your Used Car
Used cars are not as easy to finance as new cars. Lenders are more hesitant of financing vehicles with unknown pasts. However, you can find reasonable rates on auto loans by lining up your financing before you go car shopping. A down payment of 10% or more, plus shopping with a car dealer can also ... more...

Fast Lubes and Carwashes, Oil and Water; Do they mix?
The fact that 28% of all fast Lubes operate some type of carwash is intriguing indeed. Of course many start as car washes first and then they have been approached with Oil Company Brand Incentives. I.e. You promise to use only our oil, advertise our banners out side and buy X-amount of oil per year ... more...

Fast Debt Consolidation Loans
The faster you get a debt consolidation with low rates, the more money you will save on interest costs. You will also be able to pay off your debt sooner with better terms. You can still be a speedy shopper and get great rates by going online to collect quotes. Within a few hours you can have ... more...

Top Tips for Buying and Selling a Home
BuyersLooking for a home-Use Internet for overview of properties, communities, and schools. -Visit potential neighborhoods at different times of day. -Research price trends in communities and neighborhoods. -Consider resale prospects on home before you purchase.Get your new home inspected before ... more...

Why Are Mortgage Notes Discounted Anyway?
When real estate note brokers purchase partially paid notes, they pay the note holder a discounted price after factoring in the time value of money, the payer history, and property condition.If there is still a significant period of time left for the payer to make payments, the future payments are ... more...

Real Estate Professional in the Palm of Your Hand
GETTING THE MOST FOR THE LEASE-TRACKING YOUR REAL ESTATEIf you own rentals and/or investment properties, you know that you have to keep track of your portfolio, maintenance profiles, property managers, and related financial matters. There are a multitude of programs for the Palm-Pilot system to ... more...

Remortgage to Restart the Mortgage Cycle on Fresh Terms
Remortgage or refinance is a right that lenders of the yesteryear were afraid to offer to borrowers. In fact, remortgage was severely prohibited through clauses such as early repayment penalty. The logic was that by refinancing the borrowers were actually paying off the mortgage earlier. In this ... more...

Auto Loan Buying Tips
Have you ever felt like you bought an auto and financed it and don't really know if you got the right price or financing arrangements after it was all over? Well, don't feel alone. This is a common experience for many people who make auto purchases.Guidelines for negotiating the car price can be ... more...

Best Home Mortgage Refinance Loan - Comparing Refinance Costs
Everyone knows that comparing lenders can help you find the best refinancing deal, but those numbers can be confusing. When you are comparing lenders, investigate rates, fees, and points. Remember too that just because a mortgage company has the lowest rates, doesnt mean they have the best deal for ... more...

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