As if homeowners in Sacramento who are facing foreclosure don’t have enough to worry about, a multitude of loan modification scam artists have invaded the internet, public files and even foreclosure notices in newspapers in hopes of targeting their next victim. By identifying the top three modification scams and learning how to avoid them, at-risk homeowners can protect themselves (and their homes). Continue reading
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If You Miss One Mortgage Payment Will it Hurt Your Credit Rating? Yes! Here’s What to Do if You Miss One.
Most people don’t know whether or not a single missed mortgage payment can have serious consequences for their credit score. As a Sacramento Lender, it is amazing how much time we talk about credit. Most people focus on interest rates, and monthly payments, but forget about that pesky credit report.
The good news is that there are things that can be done to mitigate the damage and help anyone who has missed a payment repair their credit. What are some options to help homeowners get back in the good graces of their creditors? Continue reading
Can I Have A Co-Signer For My Mortgage Loan?
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Like credit cards or car loans, some mortgages in Sacramento allow borrowers to have co-signers on the loan with them, enhancing their loan application.
However, a co-signer on a mortgage loan doesn’t have the same impact that it might on another loan. Furthermore, it poses serious drawbacks for the co-signer. Continue reading
Buy A New Home Just One Day After A Short Sale or Foreclosure? Yes, You Can!
Comstock Mortgage, has been helping buyers into homes for over thirty years. Buyers can qualify for the Flexible Credit Home Loan Program just six months after bankruptcy – and just one day after short sale or foreclosure.
Losing your home to foreclosure or going through a short sale is one of the most disheartening experiences the modern homeowner can endure. Traditionally, a defaulted mortgage has meant years of poor credit and renting rather than buying. Continue reading
3 Important Credit Steps Before You Make That Offer
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Thankfully, I have wonderful clients and agents who are properly educated on what to do BEFORE they get into contract to buy a new home in Sacramento. First and foremost, get yourself prequalified for a home mortgage and have your credit profile reviewed by a mortgage professional you trust, to avoid any pitfalls you may encounter when you get that accepted offer. Continue reading