Scottsdale
6 MORTGAGE MYTHS
Myth 1 – Automated Underwriting Systems (AUS) are optional.
Myth 2 – Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) is good for the borrower.
Myth 3 – VA loans are too strict.
Myth 4 – FHA acquired dementia last year and forgot their mission statement to borrowers and increased their monthly mortgage insurance to ridiculous levels.
Myth 5 – There is no reason for borrowers to use FHA anymore.
Myth 6 – A good credit score can guarantee you a loan.
What Are Flipped Properties?
Question: We have identified a home we would like to buy but we were told underwriting may require two appraisals. Why?
Answer: The home is probably a “flip” or in layman terms: a property that has changed ownership within 90 days. An investor bought the home at auction or as a short sale, and has placed it back on the market, for a profit.
Pulling A New Credit Report at Funding
Question: Why are some lenders pulling another credit report before funding a loan? Could that prevent a loan from closing?
Answer: Undisclosed Liabilities – Fannie Loan Quality Initiative FAQ (5/28/10 & 6/7/10) the boring title for another exciting change in our industry. (Think positive thoughts)
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