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Did getting a non-traditional loan become harder?
Updated almost 13 years agoNew rules came out for qualifying mortgage. No safe harbor if the loan is neg-am, interest only, has a balloon feature, exceed 30 years, doesn't verify income, or has... -
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Low Down Scumbag
Updated almost 13 years agoI sweet old woman that I know just found out that her brother and his wife took out a 500k mortgage against a family home under her name in Brooklyn. When approached... -
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buying a co-op for my mom
Updated almost 13 years agoI posted this is the sales section but realize now it should be in the finance category. We are contemplating buying a co-op for my mom in brooklyn a few blocks... -
Financing
PenFed vs Wells Fargo, which one is better?
Updated almost 13 years agoin terms of closing costs? -
Financing
Mortgage: PenFed vs. Wells Fargo
Updated almost 13 years agoFor condo application, does any one know PenFed vs. Wells Fargo which one is better? In terms of closing fee? I think their rate is very closed. -
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Should I refinace?
Updated almost 13 years agoCurrent rate is 4.5% with a 30 year fixed term with 28 years remaining on the mortgage with mortgage payments of approximately $3000 per month. The closing costs with... -
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Easy Mortgage Banks
Updated almost 13 years agoHello - Does anyone know which are the easier banks to work with these days as far as mortgage is concerned? I am looking for a jumbo loan to purchase an apartment in...