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The Quicken Loans Mortgage Calculator – Watch-It Wednesday
by Eric Mally on February 22, 2012 in Home Buying, News, Refinance Mortgage, Zing Zone
HARP 2.0 – Markets and Musings With Chief Economist Bob Walters
by Jordan Fylonenko on February 13, 2012 in Economic Analysis, News, Refinance Mortgage
In the first of a biweekly video series we’re calling Markets and Musings, which can be found in the Quicken Loans Press Room, Quicken Loans Chief Economist Bob Walters lays out the key timing of the HARP 2.0 program.
The Benefits of a Cash-In Refinance
by Jenna Bush on February 10, 2012 in Mortgage Rates, Refinance Mortgage, Trends
So, we’ve been hearing a lot about “cash-in” refinances lately, and because of the lack of understanding surrounding this topic, I have been COMPELLED to talk about the benefits of this option. Not quite like my obsession with Twix bars, but close.
Saving Money on Your Mortgage
by Gabriela Islas on February 8, 2012 in Featured, Homeowners Tips, Mortgage Rates, Refinance Mortgage
You’ve heard that refinancing and shortening your loan term can save you thousands of dollars in the long-run. But, did you know that there are other ways to save money on your mortgage? Appealing your tax assessment (assuming your home’s value has gone down), recasting your mortgage and asking your lender to remove PMI and MIP are a few other ways you can also reduce your monthly mortgage payment.
Refinancing with No Cash Out at 26-Year High
by Clayton Closson on February 7, 2012 in Mortgage Updates and Changes, Refinance Mortgage, Trends
It’s official. Americans are taking advantage of historically low mortgage rates and paying down the debt on their homes (or maintaining it at the same level) at a rate we haven’t seen for the past 26 years, according to Yahoo Finance.
Common Repairs that Should be Made Before a Home Appraisal
by Victoria Araj on January 11, 2012 in Home Buying, Home Improvement, Homeowners Tips, Refinance Mortgage
If possible, have home repairs done prior to an appraisal being conducted. They will improve the home’s marketability and help the home loan process go smoothly.
The Quicken Loans Mortgage Process Gets Even Better: Introducing the New MyQL!
by Amber Hunt on January 10, 2012 in Home Buying, News, Refinance Mortgage
We’re making some BIG changes to MyQL, our cutting edge online tool that makes getting a mortgage easier than ever! Whether you’re a new Quicken Loans client or you’re thinking about choosing us as your home loan lender, you’ll want to take a sneak peek at some of our upcoming changes! Exciting things are on the horizon at Quicken Loans! Be the first to take a glimpse at the new MyQL!
A Pleasant Surprise in the Mail – A BIG OLD Escrow Refund Check from My VA Loan Refinance
by Clayton Closson on December 21, 2011 in Refinance Mortgage
I want to talk about something that REALLY made my day. My escrow refund check that showed up in the mail, about three weeks after my closing, really made my day. In a big way. Read on, friends. Read on.
3 Things I Learned Refinancing My VA Loan
by Clayton Closson on December 1, 2011 in Mortgage Updates and Changes, Refinance Mortgage
I recently refinanced my mortgage to a 15-year VA loan at 3.25%. You read that correctly. A 15-year fixed VA loan at 3.25%. But that’s not what I want to talk about today. I want to share three things I learned that can help other veterans qualify for a VA loan.
Saving Money in 2012
by Gabriela Islas on November 30, 2011 in Economic Analysis, Home Buying, Home Sales, Mortgage Rates, Refinance Mortgage
CNN Money had some good advice on how to save (and make) money in 2012. They talk about how you can save money when buying a home, refinancing, and selling your home. Housing market forecast is also mentioned.
- Appraisal Advice – Watch-It Wednesday February 8, 2012
- HARP 2.0 – Markets and Musings With Chief Economist Bob Walters February 13, 2012
- CNN: New Home Construction Starts Strong in 2012 February 16, 2012
- Mortgage-Backed Securities Up – Market Update February 14, 2012
- The Benefits of a Cash-In Refinance February 10, 2012
- Consumer Alert: Beware Companies Posing as Quicken Loans! April 19, 2011
- Buying a Home After Bankruptcy November 11, 2005
- Top 5 Reasons to Buy a Home in 2012 January 6, 2012
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