Financing

FHA Decreases their Maximum Loan Size Limit for 2009…

Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgages are decreasing the maximum loan size allowed to $318,550 in 2009, from $362,790 in 2008, within the greater Twin Cities metro market. This may reduce...
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The Money Trail

If you are buying a home you obviously need money from somewhere to pay for it. In fact, an important part of making your offer is showing how you plan...
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Falling…

If you haven't taken time yet to appreciate the fall colors and falling leaves don't miss your chance before they are gone…it sounds like temperatures are going to be falling...
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Mortgage news…

We were just notified yesterday that we can now go to 97% loan to value on condos!  That is wonderful news that should help buyers and sellers!  The biggest stumbling...
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The Bailout Continues…

While we wait to see what Congress does with the $700 billion bailout, real estate and mortgage business continue!!  Wednesday evening the Senate passed their version of the bailout and...
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Mortgage market rollercoaster!

What a week!!  Last week Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac were taken over by the government to help stabilize the housing market.  Rates dropped quickly with the news.  This week...
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Credit scores and down payments

As many are aware, low down payment mortgages are getting more difficult to get.  FHA is still available for those with credit scores as low as 580, possibly down to...
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Down Payment Assistance

One of the biggest problems that first time home buyers face is coming up with money for a down payment.  There are several programs available to help with down payment,...
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