Helping Washington State homeowners learn more about their mortgage options.
Easy answer: BOTH! 🙂
Full disclosure, I am one of the organizers of this years Seattle RE BarCamp which will be taking place next week, Thursday, March 13, 2014. And I am planning on attending both Seattle Agent ReBoot and Seattle RE BarCamp next week.
Why? Because these two events offer two unique experiences.
There are a lot of people involved in processing a closing a mortgage transaction at a mortgage company. With recent regulations, newer positions have been created adding to the hands that are involved in the process. Here’s a list of some of the positions involved in the mortgage process – please keep in mind that this varies from company to company and often times, titles may vary as well.
Mortgage rates are slightly improved this morning as the stock market is taking a bit of a hit. As I write this (8:45 am) the DOW is down about 200 points. It’s not unusual to see mortgage rates improve when the stock markets are selling off as investors will seek the safety of bonds. Mortgage rates are based on bonds (mortgage backed securities) and will often react opposite to the stock market.
Mortgage rates are based on mortgage backed securities (bonds) and change constantly throughout the day. Here are some of the economic indicators scheduled to be released this week which may impact the direction of mortgage interest rates:
When you apply for credit, it may appear as an inquiry on your credit report even if you decide not to proceed with the credit or debt you applied for. The credit reports that mortgage companies use will show the inquiries going back 120 days.
Why does a lender care if you have credit inquiries – even if you never proceeded to take the credit that was offered to you? Inquires to your credit appears as though you are shopping for credit and therefore may be taking on additional debt. Additional debts may impact your ability to make payments on your new mortgage.
WARNING: this post has NOTHING to do with mortgages… unless you’re considering buying a new home with a large fenced yard for your puppy. 🙂
Today is National Pet Day so I thought I’d take a moment to share a couple photos of our family’s four legged furry kids, Rocko and Hitch. If we’re friends on Facebook, you’re probably already quite familiar with them.
I hope you have a nice Presidents Day Weekend. Our office was closed yesterday in observance of this holiday and I spent most of the weekend trying to get over a nasty cold. Let’s review what may impact mortgage rates for the remainder of this week. Here are some of the economic indicators scheduled to be released this short work week:
Fannie Mae HomePath has announced they will offer up to 3.5% towards the buyers closing cost through March 31, 2014. Fannie Mae HomePath properties are homes that Fannie Mae owns through foreclosure. Fannie Mae offers special financing on these homes with reduced down payment, no mortgage insurance and no appraisal required. You can learn more about the Fannie Mae HomePath Mortgage by clicking here.
Rhonda Porter is a Licensed Mortgage Originator MLO121324 living in the greater Seattle area. Rhonda began her career in 1986 in the title and escrow industry and began her mortgage career in 2000. She enjoys helping people understand the mortgage process and started writing The Mortgage Porter in late 2006. Read More…
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