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Save Financing a Home Page 2This article is meant to change the culture at Allstate, and other corporations like them, that to date do not recognize the gender bias built into their business processes. I have been treated respectfully by my Allstate insurance agents. Sadly they have little/no influence on changing the way …
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Our world is changing in many ways. Uber is changing how we think about cars, so maybe you don’t need one? AirBnB is changing travel, making overnight trips affordable. Unison is a new disruptive mortgage lender redefining how we buy houses. …
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When you apply for a mortgage, banks look at your debt-to-income ratios (DTIR), to determine how much they think you can afford to pay for your home. They also look at your total debt, including car loans, credit cards and student loans. If you have trouble getting a traditional loan, …
Cancellation of debt (or COD) is the term used to describe a default on your mortgage through a foreclosure, short sale, deed in lieu of foreclosure or some other type of settlement. You may not have to pay the bank, but the money you are forgiven turns into taxable income according to the …
Most homeowners assume all types of mortgages have similar terms and conditions. They don't, and when the housing bubble burst in the late 2000's, many learned a hard lesson. There is a huge difference between non-recourse loans and recourse loans. While the terminology is strange, the …
If you refinance your home, or at least think about it, you’re in good company. The mortgage that you’ve got right now might not be the best you could get, especially if it’s been a while since you financed your home. But a refi isn’t guaranteed, and there’s a lot to consider before you take the …
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