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Seattle Mortgage Reel, Weekly Recap, January 8, 2010

Seattle Mortgage Reel Weekly Recap returns to update home owners of valued information impacting their largest and most valued investment, their home....
January 9th, 2010 | Current Home Owners, Featured, New Home Buyers, News driving rates UP or DOWN, Today's News | Read More

Seattle 1st Time Home Buyers Given $8,000 For A Down Payment?

For the housing market, it's the equivalent of financial alchemy, and it's hot: Turning the $8,000 federal home-purchase tax credit, which normally isn't spendable until after you've gotten your refund, into immediate, hard cash today, available for your down payment and closing costs....
May 3rd, 2009 | New Home Buyers | Read More

What First Time Buyers need to know about the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

Seattle first time home buyers gain clarity from the Seattle Mortgage Reel on the benefits of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act...
February 19th, 2009 | Homeowner Education, New Home Buyers | Read More

Government FHA Mortgage Updates

Seattle home buyers and owners looking to finance with FHA need to consider some of the new guideline changes. Here are a few changes to consider, credit score requirements, down payment increase, income qualifications. ...
February 10th, 2009 | New Home Buyers | Read More

Seattle First Time Home Buyers, Buying Got Even Better!

Seattle first time home buyers who purchase a new home between April 2008 and July 2009 qualify for the $7500 tax credit. ...
January 26th, 2009 | New Home Buyers | Read More

How much should Seattle homeowners pay for a low mortgage rate?

Seattle Mortgage Reel provides a easy to understand presentation on how to maximize home owners closing costs to secure the best rate on a 30 year fixed conventional mortgage. ...
January 12th, 2009 | Current Home Owners, Homeowner Education, New Home Buyers | Read More

100% Financing May Be Available For Your Next Home Purchase

USDA home loans are 100% financed back by the Government. Under the terms, the borrower may borrow up to 100% of the appraised value of the home, which can possibly eliminate the need for a down payment. ...
January 6th, 2009 | Current Home Owners, Homeowner Education, New Home Buyers | Read More

Homeowner Tax Breaks

As a home owner understanding the tax benefits is huge. Deducting points paid, interest paid, and property tax can benefit you. ...
October 17th, 2008 | Current Home Owners, Homeowner Education, New Home Buyers | Read More

Manage your credit

Reviewing your credit score every 12 months is a great idea. If you find errors contact the 3 credit bureaus immediately, Experian, Transunion, and Equifax. ...
October 16th, 2008 | Homeowner Education, New Home Buyers | Read More

Your Realistic Purchase Power

Calculating how much you can afford is important. You want to stay within your qualifying limits to prevent over extending yourself financially. ...
October 15th, 2008 | Homeowner Education, New Home Buyers | Read More