Mortgage Glossary

Glossary of Terms Adjustable Rate Mortgage A mortgage loan were the interest rate adjusts periodically based on the changes of a specified index such as the one-year Treasury Bill or the LIBOR. Amortization The calculation of the amount of the installment payment it...

Home Appraisal

What is the purpose of a home appraisal? A home appraisal is generally required by the lender in order to establish that the value of the home will be sufficient collateral for the amount of the loan. The appraisal fee is paid by the borrower after the borrower has...

Loan Programs

Which loan is right for me?    Years you plan to stay in home  Best program 1-3 3-5 5-7 7-10 10+ 3/1 ARM, 1 year ARM or 6 month ARM 5/1 ARM 7/1 ARM 10/1 ARM, 30 year fixed or 15 year fixed 30 year fixed or 15 year fixed  Program  Pros  Cons Fixed Rate Mortgages 30...

Loan Process

Prequalification – Before starting to look at homes potential homebuyers, that need mortgage financing, should meet or speak with a mortgage broker/loan officer to review their  employment histories, verifiable recurring monthly incomes, credit histories/credit...

Closing Costs

What costs should I expect at the loan closing? At the loan closing, you will be required to pay your down payment and other various closing costs and fees. Most of the closing fees are paid by the buyer, but some of the fees are prorated, by date, to the seller and...