The Evils of Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) is an insurance policy that you pay for that could help you finance your home if you have not saved enoguh for your down payment. This much is true; however, Private Mortgage Insurance does nothing more for you the homeowner, except drain your wallet. First, the ... more...

An Investment Real Estate Strategy Unknown To Most Is A Negative Amortization Loan
If you want to make the most of your personal or investment real estate, you should consider a negative amortization loan. Mortgage amortization is basically mortgage balance reduction. Consequently, when a mortgage has negative amortization, the loan balance not only is not reduced, it actually ... more...

What the Bank Wont Tell You About Mortgage Refinancing
So you have a mortgage, and you need to refinance to get your interest rates low. Most people simply walk into their bank, ask to refinance, and then end up paying more money long term than they would have otherwise. Some banks would like everyone who is refinancing to remain ignorant, but I am ... more...

How to Get the "Real" Low Home Loan Interest Rates Online
I've been involved with home loans and refinancing for several years now: As I use to work for a large mortgage firm and as a landlord of over 11 properties, and I've tried nearly all the major online loan companies like eloan, and others to compare rates (especially to refinance my income ... more...

Home Equity Line vs. Second Mortgage
Many homeowners today confuse home equity loans with second mortgages. Second mortgages and home equity loans can be used for the purpose of cashing out equity in your home; however, there are fundamental differences between the two.When lenders use the term home equity loan, they are most likely ... more...

Finding a Mortgage Refinance Advisor
If you are looking to refinance your home for a lower rate, or you are interested in a refinance with cash out to do some home repairs, buy a new car, etc., you may want to consider finding a mortgage refinance advisor.There are actually two ways you can go about refinancing your home. The first ... more...

Mortgage Refinancing Get It Sorted and Save
Knowing when to refinance is almost as important as knowing how to refinance. Common mortgage mistakes can cost you thousands. Here is all you need to know to avoid mistakes.There are a variety of reasons for refinancing your home. Lower interest rates, lower monthly payments, cash out, and get ... more...

2nd Mortgage or Refinance and Cash Out
A second mortgage is simply an additional mortgage secured by your property. As a homeowner with equity in your home you might consider using a 2nd mortgage to pay off high interest debt, pay for college tuition, or renovate your home.The advantage of a 2nd mortgage over a home equity line of ... more...

Adjustable Rate Mortgage Basics
Lenders designate Adjustable Rate Mortgages with a series of numbers. You will see loans designated 1:1, 3:2 or even 5:1. These numbers tell you the number of years your mortgage will have a fixed rate and how frequently after that your interest rate will be changed after that. For example a 1:1 ... more...