
Tuesday, December 30th, 2008
The property market has suffered blow after blow in the current recession that it would only be time when it hit hard enough that property owners are now feeling helpless. From buying to selling it all comes down to the fact that people are not buying and renting homes. Lost jobs and businesses are piling up and taxing on the government, the fed tries its best to alleviate the burden but many see more troubles ahead.
All of these problems began when the sub-prime lending market collapsed, dragging all related industries with it. Time will tell if President Elect Obama’s promise of change would have any impact on the global economy. Just hope he brings enough of it to help us all go through the surging storm that is this recession.
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Posted by editor in Basic, Buying, Information, News, Outlook, Related, Sales, Selling 

Wednesday, August 13th, 2008

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If there’s one rule that dominates in the home mortgage industry it is this: That you never go solely according to the mortgage interest rate. Instead, it makes good sense to take a close look at the jargon surrounding a mortgage program. You could even check back with lenders or a mortgage broker or shop on the Web for comparative rates. While you shop around, be armed to ask your mortgage lender a few key questions given here. The answers that you get will help you decide which loan is best for you. Typically, a loan application for a home mortgage takes about 45-60 days to come through. Of course, there have been times when they’ve taken just 30 days too! But really the time taken depends on how soon the lender can get the property appraised, a credit report and employment details and bank accounts verified. A certificate proving your income and assets will be necessary to get a home mortgage loan. However, lenders ask for different documents, so it depends on whom you meet.
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Posted by B. Slade in Agents, Basic, Buy and Sell Strategies, Buying, Guide, Hot News, House Hunting, Information, Interest Rates, News, Outlook, Related, Sales, Selling, Tips 