Posts Tagged ‘cash out refinance’
Federal Student Loans: Payments are Once Again Due
Interest on federal student loans has been zero since the start of the pandemic, but as of Sept. 1, interest has started accruing again with payments, once again, becoming due. With rates typically between 3% and 7%, student loan payments can result in a significant increase in borrower’s monthly expenses as payments begin in October.Fannie…
Read MoreLot Loans
A “lot loan” typically refers to a type of loan that is used to purchase a piece of land or a vacant lot. A lot loan is different from traditional home mortgages, which are used to buy homes that include structures. Lot loans are specifically designed for the purchase of land that doesn’t yet have…
Read MoreWhat is a reverse mortgage and how can I use one?
What is a reverse mortgage? Its official name is a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM), a loan insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) for homeowners age 62+. A Reverse Mortgage allows you to:• Access a portion of your home equity• Use the income tax-free2 cash proceedsas you wish• Eliminate monthly mortgage payments You retain…
Read More4 big reasons a HELOC makes sense right now.
A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) is a financial product that allows homeowners to borrow money against the equity they’ve built up in their property. Equity is the difference between the current market value of the property and the outstanding balance on any mortgage or loans secured by the property. HELOCs are typically offered…
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