Category Archives: real estate

A and N’s Home Buyer Tips: Get the Best Refinance Rates

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Aaron Gitler

Improve Credit – If you’re a homeowner with great credit and plenty of equity, odds are those lower rates are within your reach. But if your score is less than desirable, work at improving it by paying all of your bills … Continue reading →

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Is Mortgage Fraud on the rise even with the new Fannie Mae requirements for QC?

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Neena Vlamis

While commercial loan origination and median home prices have been trending downwards, mortgage and property fraud rates have been steadily increasing, up 75% from pre-recession peaks. According to the CoreLogic Fraud Index, $12 billion worth of originated loans were found … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Home Inspection

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Neena Vlamis

  There are several reasons to inspect a home before purchasing. Safety -A home inspection can protect you, the buyer, from any safety issues like carbon monoxide, radon and mold, which is quite common in foreclosed and short sale properties. … Continue reading →

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