Category: Mortgage Tips

Manufactured Home Loans

manufactured home loan requirements

Finding a lender who will finance a manufactured home can be quite a task, but luckily Riverbank Finance is able to provide programs to help you! It is important to know what to expect and the difference between financing a stick built home and a manufactured home. There are various programs that will allow for… Read more »

Brexit gives mortgage seekers the gift of low mortgage rates!

Mortgage rates have dropped yet again in the wake of the Brexit (Britain voting to leave the European Union).  The world markets have been very volatile since the news broke early Friday morning. Financial instability brings lower mortgage rates. Now is the best time to buy a home or refinance your mortgage to a lower… Read more »

Documents You Need To Get A Mortgage

The first step in considering any home purchase or refinance should always be speaking to a licensed loan officer about getting pre-approved.  It is important to have all of your information ready so you do not delay the process. Once you get the good news, comes the fun part, finding out how much your refinance… Read more »

5 Reasons to be Thankful in Real Estate

2015 has has given many reasons to be thankful in the real estate industry for this Thanksgiving season. Here are the top 5 reasons to be thankful. 1) Low Mortgage Rates Low mortgage rates mean higher purchasing power. With the low inventory for real estate in Michigan, low mortgage rates have increased buyer’s purchasing power… Read more »

Need some extra money? Consider cash-out refinancing.

Considering home renovations, debt consolidation or just need to get some cash in hand? A Cashout Refinance Mortgage may be the right fit for you. You can actually refinance your home mortgage for more than you owe and cash out the difference. It may seem like an easy way to get extra cash, but here’s… Read more »

How to Refinance a Home Loan

Want to save money on your mortgage? Refinancing might be the best way to take advantage of the historically low rates. Depending on your goal, make make great financial sense to refinance your mortgage. Here’s what you need to know to make the best decision. Benefits of Refinancing your Home Loan Before you refinance your… Read more »

Updates for Fannie Mae Conventional 97% Mortgage Loans

FANNIE MAE CONVENTIONAL 97% MORTGAGE LOANS A Conventional 97% mortgage loan is a Fannie Mae home loan that allows homeowners to purchase a home with only a 3% down payment. It is a great misconception that all conventional mortgage loans require a 20% down payment however many options for alternative financing do exist with low down payments… Read more »

New Loan Estimate Form and Closing Form for 2015

November 20th the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released a nearly 2,000 page document relating to RESPA disclosures and Real Estate Closings (If you have a month of free time click here to read). These forms are known as the “Know Before You Owe” mortgage disclosures. This final rule applies to all clients applying for and closing… Read more »