Some Highlights: The Veterans Administration (VA) Home Loan is a benefit that is available to more than 22 million veterans & 2 million active duty service members which helps them achieve their dreams of homeownership. In 2017, $189 billion was loaned to veterans and their families through the program. VA Purchase Loans are on […]
20 Tips: Preparing Your Home To Sell
December 20, 2018 by ·
Some Highlights: Before you start, prepare your plan on purchasing your new home to ensure your new financing is in place. Make your offers stronger with a Buyer Credit Approved Home Loan. When listing your house for sale, your top goal will be to get the home sold for the best price possible. There are […]
Multiple Credit Inquires…do they count?
December 19, 2018 by ·
The media, newspapers, internet are full of information, but sadly, much of the information concerning credit is inaccurate. Please enjoy this article provided by: Sal Bonanno Prime National, Inc. www.PrimeNational.com Let’s check out some common credit myths: Credit Myth: “Multiple credit inquiries will hurt your score, each and every time.” In older FCRA models, inquiries […]
What does disputing a tradeline do to your Credit Score?
December 5, 2018 by ·
Your credit score will open doors for you when you are in the need to borrow money and your score will determine the cost of that money. So protecting it is extremely important. Our topic of discussion today is to review Disputing Credit and how it affects your score and your ability to move forward […]
Stock Snap- Get Your Photos for Marketing
November 30, 2018 by ·
Ever wonder where you can obtain pictures online at no-cost? Introducing Stock-Snap…. Here is a quick video from our Marketing Department at AmeriFirst Financial, Inc.’s that has shared how you can find pictures online at no-cost. Thank you AmeriFirst Financial, Inc.! Karen Jones is a Licensed Mortgage Loan Officer (NMLS 307015) located in Phoenix and serving Arizona families with […]
Buying a Home? Do You Know the Lingo? [INFOGRAPHIC]
November 12, 2018 by ·
Karen Jones is a Licensed Mortgage Loan Officer (NMLS 307015) located in Phoenix and serving Arizona families with their home lending needs. As a Banker of over 32 years, Karen is dedicated in ensuring that her clients are well educated and prepared for their new home purchase. Learn more about our 100% Financing programs and obtain your Underwriting Credit Approval […]
The Cost of NOT Paying PMI
October 15, 2018 by ·
Saving for a down payment is often the biggest hurdle for a first-time homebuyer as median incomes, rents, and home prices all vary depending on where you live. There is a common misconception among homebuyers that a 20% down payment is required, and it is this limiting belief that often adds months, and sometimes even […]
Home Prices Have Appreciated 6.9% in 2018
September 25, 2018 by ·
Between 1987 and 1999, which is often referred to as the ‘Pre-Bubble Period,’ home prices grew at an average of 3.6% according to the Home Price Expectation Survey. Every month, the economists at CoreLogic release the results of their Home Price Insights Report,which includes the actual year-over-year change in prices across the country and their predictions for the following […]
Tax Reform & Housing: A Reference Guide
January 2, 2018 by ·
Disclaimer: This guide is not meant to be a resource for tax advice but instead a resource for basic information concerning only certain aspects of the new tax code and how they may impact the real estate market. You should get tax advice from your accountant or tax preparer who will explain how the entire […]
