Is an ARM Mortgage a Good Idea in 2025? An adjustable rate mortgage can help you qualify for more home in 2024, but these loans are not always smart. What to consider. by Tim Lucas in Home Loans November 15, 2023 6 min read
Eliminate Debt Payments To More Easily Qualify For a Mortgage Lenders can disregard certain debt payments which improves your debt-to-income ratio and your mortgage approval chances. by Tim Lucas in Home Loans January 31, 2025 5 min read
Delayed Financing: No-Seasoning Cash-Out Refinance If you paid cash for a house, you may be able to reimburse yourself with a cash-out refinance without the typical 6-month waiting period. by Tim Lucas in Home Loans November 14, 2023 7 min read
My Mortgage Lender Needs An Insurance Binder ASAP Do yourself and your lender a favor by working with your insurance agent to get coverage in place as soon as you find a home to buy. by Tim Lucas in Home Loans November 13, 2023 5 min read
Getting a Conventional Loan, No Appraisal Required You might save hundreds of dollars and weeks of time if you receive an appraisal waiver on a conventional loan. by Tim Lucas in Home Loans March 18, 2025 10 min read
My Lender Says I Need Flood Insurance. What Now? Some homebuyers are surprised when they find out a home they want is in a flood zone. What to do next. by Tim Lucas in Home Loans November 9, 2023 9 min read
Diving Into Mortgage Guidelines For Swimming Pools Getting a mortgage on a home with a swimming pool is usually no problem unless repairs are needed. by Tim Lucas in Home Loans March 18, 2025 7 min read
Getting a Conventional Loan If You Have an Employment Gap If you've been out of work for an extended period in the past two years, here's how to improve your chances of conventional loan approval. by Tim Lucas in Home Loans January 17, 2025 8 min read