Gustan Cho Associates offers TBD mortgage underwriting pre-approvals for homebuyers with less-than-perfect credit. TBD stands for To Be Determined. A TBD Underwriting is when a mortgage loan application is processed and submitted to underwriting without a subject property. “To-Be-Determined” (TBD) underwriting or what Gustan Cho Associates calls Fast-Track Pre-Approval Loan Commitment Mortgage Process, is…
Apply Now In this blog, we will be covering mortgage guidelines on government and conventional loans. Mortgage guidelines on the individual mortgage loan program are set by the FHA, VA, USDA, Fannie Mae, or Freddie Mac. Every agency has its own set of mortgage guidelines. Mortgage Guidelines on Government-Backed Mortgage Loans All lenders need to…
Apply Now In this article, we will cover understanding VA home mortgages for veteran homebuyers. We will cover and discuss the eligibility requirements for active duty and retired veterans. Understanding VA Home Mortgages and the Agency Guidelines is very important because most lenders have lender overlays on VA loans. What Are Lender Overlays on VA…
In this article, we will cover and discuss the closing costs on house purchase and refinance transactions. Home buyers need to worry about the down payment and closing costs on house purchase when it comes to a home purchase. The down payment is normally 3.5% for FHA-insured mortgage loans. Down Payment Versus Closing Costs on…
In this blog post, we’ll explore the process of achieving a clear-to-close mortgage and the timeline from the initial loan application to this critical stage. But what exactly does “clear-to-close” mean in the mortgage realm? A clear-to-close mortgage (CTC) represents the culmination of the mortgage process. It’s the point at which the mortgage lender has…
This guide covers SBA loans for small business owners. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is one of the most popular and leading sources for small business loans. The United States Small Business Administration, or SBA, is similar to what the Federal Housing Administration is to home buyers when applying for FHA loans. The Small…
The U.S. government created and implement VA loans to reward active-duty and retired members of the U.S. Military to show their appreciation of serving our country. Only U.S. Armed Services veterans who meet the VA Eligibility Guidelines And Requirements can qualify to obtain a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) You need a valid COE to meet…
In this blog will discuss qualifying for an FHA loan with bad credit. FHA loans are the most popular mortgage loan program for borrowers with bad credit, first-time homebuyers with no credit, borrowers with high debt-to-income ratio, recent college graduates, and borrowers with low credit scores. This article will cover qualifying for FHA loans with…
This VA home loan guide will cover qualifying for a VA loan with bad credit. VA loans are the best mortgage loan program for owner-occupant homes. One of the greatest benefits a Veteran of the United States Armed Services can get by serving our country is to be eligible for a VA loan. The VA…
If you’ve ever dreamt of owning a piece of paradise in the Caribbean, Puerto Rico may be your perfect destination. Buying a house in Puerto Rico is an attractive proposition with its stunning beaches, rich cultural heritage, and thriving real estate market. It is becoming increasingly popular among Americans in the mainland United States. Many…
This article will cover buying a house in Alaska with bad credit and low FICO credit scores. Are you looking to buy property in one of the most stunning landscapes with open wilderness in the United States and don’t mind the cold weather? If so, you should check out Alaska! Here is the thing, not…
This article will cover getting approved for a mortgage after timeshare foreclosure with no waiting period requirements. A timeshare foreclosure is not a real estate foreclosure. Timeshare loans are classified as installment loans and NOT real estate loans. Therefore, there are no waiting period requirements after a timeshare foreclosure. Here are the points we will…
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