Archive for May, 2008

Can you refinance an adjustable mortgage as a fixed mortgage?

Mr. Congo asked: Thankfully, my mortgage is fixed rate. For those out there who are getting pounded by their balooning adjustable payments, do they have an option to refinance their property with a fixed rate mortgage?Mydomain.com

The Real Cost of your Cash-back Mortgage Option

The House Team Of Mortgage Intellingence asked: If you look at the most stressful events in a person’s life, buying a home is on the top ten list. After all, it’s a big decision – both emotionally and financially. Many home buyers go through an anxious period after they’ve arranged for their mortgage and get [...]

How long after a discharged Chapter 7 bankruptcy can I refinance?

prettycre8ive asked: Hi, The 2-year ARM on my home mortgage (two mortgages) expires August 2008 (home purchased August 2006). However, I filed a Chapter 7 bankruptcy in 2007 (discharged in July 2007). Will I be able to refinance this year? I’ve heard that Ch. 7′s are different from Ch. 13′s in terms of the refinancing [...]

Fixed or Variable-rate Mortgage?

The House Team Of Mortgage Intellingence asked: “Wow!” you say to your spouse as you hit the brakes on the car. “Did you see the mortgage rate those guys are advertising?” Your worries are over, you’re thinking. Just lock in a rate like that for the next ten years, and you’ve got it made.Not so [...]