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Test Driving a New Payment

Test Driving a New Payment

Test Drive your new mortgage payment today.  In both rising markets and softer markets there will always be people contemplating a move to a larger home, often with a larger mortgage to accommodate. How many of us takes steps in advance to prepare for a payment...
Pre-Approvals, are they valid?

Pre-Approvals, are they valid?

Pre-approvals, more important and less concrete than ever Short Version A mortgage pre-approval is little more than a ratehold. A second alternate credit report can be accessed by the lender/insurer and its contents devastating. A mortgage pre-approval is not fully...
The Reverse Mortgage Dilemma.

The Reverse Mortgage Dilemma.

A dilemma for clients and Brokers alike. Short version; Engage your Mortgage Broker for a better understanding of this product. HomeEquity Bank Guarantees that the amount to be repaid will never exceed the fair market value of your home at the time that it is sold. No...
82 Years Old with a 30 year Amortisation?

82 Years Old with a 30 year Amortisation?

Can an 82-year-old take out a new mortgage with a 30-year, or even a 35-year amortisation? Strictly speaking, YES. In fact, in 2009 my then 82-year-old client did just that in order to invest the capital. With the net profits between the 2.25% mortgage rate enjoyed...