Category Archives: Credit & Lending Information & Concerns

What Is My Home Worth??

Posted on February 11, 2015 by jodidanziger

Thinking about moving? Wanting to refinance? Just curious what your home is worth?? Let me provide you with a FREE Home Valuation!!!

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Cut your risk for Identity Theft!

Posted on February 11, 2014 by jodidanziger

Identity theft has always been a problem, but it seems to be in the news a lot more these days. I’m sure everyone heard of the big security breach with Target. It’s hard to protect yourself 100%, but there are … Continue reading →

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How to Raise Your Credit Score

Posted on April 22, 2013 by jodidanziger

I’ve reposted blogs in the past from The Mortgage Experts in Colorado. They have one of the best financial blogs I have found. They put everything in common sense terms that everyone can understand! Here is a great post about … Continue reading →

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10 Tax Tips for Homeowners

Posted on September 16, 2012 by jodidanziger

Courtesy of: Real Estate Tax Talk By Stephen Fishman Inman News® The IRS has recently issued a helpful list of 10 tax tips all homeowners should keep in mind when selling a home: 1. You are usually eligible to exclude … Continue reading →

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Buying a House After a Bankruptcy

Posted on May 28, 2012 by jodidanziger

Courtesy of The Mortgage Experts Can someone get a mortgage after a bankruptcy? Yes they can! And they only have to wait 2 years from the date that the bankruptcy was discharged. The most important thing is that they “re-establish … Continue reading →

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Getting Yourself Ready to be a First Time HomeBuyer

Posted on March 16, 2012 by jodidanziger

Buying your first house can be a complicated process, and event somewhat intimidating. There is just so much to remember, seemingly, from the ‘dos and don’ts’ of home buying to simply having the right attitude. However, home-buying shouldn’t be the … Continue reading →

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Tax Refunds as Assets

Posted on January 31, 2012 by jodidanziger

Another great article by The Mortgage Experts: Tax Refunds as Assets by Chris and Debbie Thomas It’s almost tax refund time. Many people ask us if tax refunds can be used to pay for a mortgage down payment or closing … Continue reading →

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Wedding Registries for Home Downpayments

Posted on October 28, 2011 by jodidanziger

Great article by Realtor Magazine. As with anything, please check with your lender first! Wedding Registries for Home Downpayments? DAILY REAL ESTATE NEWS | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2011 Forget the toasters and champagne flutes: More engaged couples are doing a … Continue reading →

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What Credit Score Gets the Lowest Interest Rates

Posted on September 29, 2011 by jodidanziger

Courtesy of The Mortgage Experts Question: As a buyer you can get the best interest rate if you have a good credit score. What is the lowest credit score necessary to get the best interest rate? Here’s the answer: For … Continue reading →

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30-Year Mortgage Rates Hit Record Low

Posted on September 4, 2011 by jodidanziger

Mortgage rates posted mixed results this week, but the benchmark conforming 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to a record low of 4.41 percent, according to Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey. The average 30-year fixed mortgage has an average of 0.43 discount … Continue reading →

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