by Stephanie Crawford | Dec 4, 2018 | Home Buyer Info, Mortgage News
These days, it’s a necessity that you consult with a mortgage broker in earnest before beginning your home search. It’s the smart thing to do. An offer that isn’t accompanied by a pre-approval letter is rarely considered. The experience...
by Stephanie Crawford | Mar 2, 2011 | Home Buyer Info
Condo Financing. Tips on buying a condo in Nashville. Over the last few years I’ve worked with several clients who “just wanted to buy a little condo in town” but didn’t realize the complications they would run into along the way. I decided to...
by Stephanie Crawford | Mar 1, 2011 | Mortgage News
Over the last few years I’ve lost or scared off several clients who “just wanted to buy a little condo in town” but didn’t realize the complications they would run into along the way. So I decided to write this little post to explain the...
by Stephanie Crawford | Feb 21, 2011 | Mortgage News
In the news…Freddie Mac’s weekly survey shows that the average interest on a 30-year fixed mortgage was 5 percent for the week ended Feb. 17, down from 5.05 percent the previous week. Rates on 15-year fixed loans averaged 4.27 percent, meanwhile, a decline...
by Stephanie Crawford | Aug 11, 2010 | Mortgage News
The FHA has made several changes throughout the last year, but there is another one in the pipeline that is pretty significant. In an effort to shore up the FHA reserve fund kitty, FHA is lowering the Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premium (UFMIP) from 2.25% to 1.25%...