Monthly Archives: September 2009

Can I get a home loan if I have bad credit and past debt?

KellyR asked: Can I get approved for a home loan if I have bad credit and past debt that I haven’t paid off yet. My husband and I have some credit cards that has gone to collections. We are slowly … Continue reading

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modification of mortage loag?

Y S asked: My parents have two properties that they refianced approximately 5 years ago. They are the adjustable rate type loans that give you four options to choose a payment. My parents do not know how to read and … Continue reading

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My Experian Credit Score is 644, my Equifax is 617. Which one is right?

*~*Your Dream Come True*~* asked: I am getting married soon. My fiance and I have about the same credit scores. Which one is right for mine? Also, will it be hard to get a loan for mortage with our credit … Continue reading

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Is it difficult to get a mortage when?

Pretty D asked: both my boyfriend and I want to buy a house together does it matter if he has a loan out for 20 grand and I have no loans out. Will this affect our chances of getting a … Continue reading

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Why are mortgage loan interest rates higher for fixed rate mortgages held for longer periods of time?

Esq asked: I am sorry if this sounds like a dumb question, but I don’t understand. For example, why are 30 year fixed mortgage rates the highest mortgage rates, vs say a 15, and why are 15 year fixed rate … Continue reading

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