Rhonda Porter
Rhonda Porter (NMLS 121324) is a licensed Washington Mortgage Advisor with 25+ years of experience helping buyers and homeowners understand their mortgage options. She writes Mortgage Porter to bring clarity and confidence to the home-financing process.
AS&K, That's really difficult for me to answer. A "charge off" does not mean that the borrower is forgiven of…
On FHA “Back to Work” is available at Mortgage Master Service Corporation
Ed, you need to check with your lender and let them know that you intend to use the property as…
On Is it a Primary Residence, a Second Home or Investment Property?
Hi Anton, You do not need to pay me to share my guidebook - just forward the link to any…
On Your First Home Mortgage Guide Book
I'm sorry, Dana. HUD requires the 20% drop in household income for a minimum of six months in order to…
On FHA “Back to Work” is available at Mortgage Master Service Corporation
John, I tried drawing a picture to figure out what you're trying to describe and I'm not clear on this…
On Refinancing when you have an existing Second Mortgage or HELOC
Hi Rodger, that sounds like construction financing. You might need to check with a lender who does that type of…
On Buying a Duplex to live in with an FHA mortgage
tomorrow's episode of Seattle Real Estate Chat will be on what happens when there is a low appraisal.
On Seattle Real Estate Chat: Mold, Asbestos and Lead – Oh My! [Video]
I'm surprised Fannie Mae didn't make an exception for Fannie Mae HomePath to keep the 3% down payment.
On Fannie Mae HomePath Minimum Down increased to 5%
Hi Bob, this is a good question for you to ask whomever will be helping you with your mortgage loan.
On Can I Convert My Existing Home to an Investment Property to Buy My Next Home?
Hi Felicia, I would expect the lender to verify any documentation you provide them.
On Documenting Alternative Credit with FHA Loans









