first time home buyer – owner loan

March 10, 2011

Benefits to First Time Home Buyers in This Real Estate Market

Indra S. Asserfea asked:




Real Estate has always known to be a good investment. If you look Although you may say “No, look at what happened to our economy because of real estate”. Well my answer to that is it isn’t the real estate itself but, the system that was in place and the methods that were used to purchase real estate is what got us into this mess. Now with the government’s help and new rules and regulations for all of us, our sources of funds to continue buying real estate still remain with the banks. Banks will begin to lend again but with those new rules in place otherwise we will not be helping the “flow” of our economy and getting ourselves out of a recession. So now that you can trust again, let’s look at the benefits for a first time home buyer especially in this economy.

1) Low Price – It is a “Buyer’s Market” and what this means is that there are multitudes of houses in the market place for buyers to choose from. There are both good and bad to this type of market. The good thing is that prices are extremely low and this is really, really good for a first time buyer. The bad thing is because you have so many to choose from, a buyer becomes indecisive. Why? Because a buyer thinks he’s making the wrong choice over another property. This, for a first time home buyer who does not know the pros and cons can be an excruciating ordeal which could lead to a “freeze mode” and thus, end up not making a decision to buy at all. So do not allow the numerous choices to get you down, buy now because the prices won’t always be like this.

2) The New Federal Housing Tax Credit – A tax credit of up to $8,000 has become available for first time home buyers if they were to purchase a home between now and the end of this year 2009. Plus this credit does not have to be repaid. If you have not owned a home in the previous three years you are eligible. Income is also a determination as to the amount that you may be eligible for. The reason this was enacted is to help put some surge into our economy and we should take advantage of it if we can. It is free money that you file for in your 2010 tax return. So hurry! You only have nine months left and considering it takes approximately 60 to 75 days to close a loan, you might want to begin your search now if you haven’t already done so.

3) Don’t Have a Lot of Money? – No Problem. There are still many types of loans that are out there for a first time home buyer. Speak with your Realtor if you are using one or your Mortgage Broker if you know of one or any direct lender. You can also go on to my website for more information [http://rem10p.uellc.net] and or send me an email if you’re seriously interested in buying a house at this time and I can help you achieve your goal.

Brent

January 21, 2010

Why Did The Democrats Today Oppose Extension On 8k First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit?

Marxist Radicals R Destroyers asked:


The republicans pushed for it, but majority democrats – did not.
They wanted to extend unemployment benifits another 6 weeks- but not the home buyer tax credit? Why do you think that is? Don’t they want the banks to be saved?

Thelma

July 10, 2009

Which banks out there have the best mortgage plan for a first time home buyer?

sxysweetsis4u_2000 asked:


If you were to have perfect credit, and a first time home buyer, which banks offers the best package plan, rate, apr’s, points, ect………. please name a few and give me some detail answers please.

Harold

May 16, 2009

Failing Banks? What It Means For The First Time Home Buyer

Jennifer Stromsteen asked:


It is the opinion of many people that the government, despite what the President may say, will in fact bail out mortgage high players Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. For these companies to fold would be detrimental to the economy. But what exactly are Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and what do they do? Simply put, a home buyer achieves a mortgage from a lending institute and Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac purchase the mortgage to then resell it again to investors. They receive money from the sale to the first lender to continue lending.

In the last decade Freddie Mac handled nearly $164 billion in New York mortgages alone; serving over 1,325,000 families. If Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae have serious financial problems then credit will tighten and it will become increasingly difficult for any consumer to get a mortgage; but particularly for the first time home buyer. At this point it is speculated that these companies will not need to borrow money from federal reserves, the government or the treasury; however, the government has stated that if they do need it they can come for it. With the potential for government bailouts confidence is building.

When push comes to shove, impact from national news or news on a local level does not change the rules in applying for a first mortgage; make sure you have your finances in order before shopping for a home, make sure your credit is in line and be aware of your credit score. The first time home buyer needs to educate themselves more than ever as lenders begin to tighten their belts. Knowing what your credit score is, how to increase that score and look favorable to the lenders will increase your chances of obtaining a mortgage regardless of what is happening in the financial world; these are basic rules.

Before a lender will grant a loan for a home he will first run a credit report on the buyer to help them get a picture of the buyer’s ability to pay the loan. The last thing a lending institute wants is for a buyer to get in over their head and default on their mortgage. It is therefore recommended that before shopping for a home or showing up at the lending institute to apply for a first mortgage you run a credit report of your own. This will help you figure out any areas that need to be corrected and what areas could be improved. Once you are satisfied and your lender runs the report he will be able to help you understand what you can afford. If you have discovered your credit is in shambles or your credit score is low there are ways to bring up your credit score and you will have the time to do so.

Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae having financial problems is just the reflection of what is happening in the economy today; we are all feeling the pinch. This is a time, more than any to tighten our own belts, avoid using credit excessively and manage your credit well; doing these things will allow you to be among the few buyers that the lenders extend a first time mortgage to.



Jean

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