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How Will a Short Sale Affect My Credit Score?

How Will a Short Sale Affect My Credit Score?

Borrowers often ask, “How Will a Short Sale Affect My Credit?” An individual’s credit rating affects their ability to obtain financing and obtains favorable rates. FICO, the Fair Isaac Corporation, is the most widely used credit scoring system in the world....

What are the Tax Implications from a Short Sale

What are the Tax Implications from a Short Sale

Tax Implications   Borrowers are often concerned about the tax consequences of a short sale. This is because, up until fairly recently, mortgage debt on a primary residence that was forgiven from a Short Sale or Foreclosure could be counted...

Do You Qualify for a Short Sale Transaction

Do You Qualify for a Short Sale Transaction

Many people wonder why the bank would allow them to participate in a short sale transaction.Can anyone short sale their property? In all short sales, the bank must assure that the borrower qualifies for the transaction. Most mortgage lenders...

Frequently Asked Questions about Short Sales

Frequently Asked Questions about Short Sales

Frequently Asked Questions about Short Sales Here are the answers to the most Frequently Asked Questions about Short Sales: 1. I can’t make my house payments, but I do have an ability to pay back all or part of the negative equity. Also, I want...

The Short Sale Process

The Short Sale Process

The Short Sale Process begins when you sign a listing agreement to list your home for sale. At this time, your real estate agent will collect a number of personal documents that will be sent to your mortgage lender as part of a short sale...

Why Do a Short Sale?

Why Do a Short Sale?

Many borrowers wonder, “Why bother with a short sale? Shouldn’t I just let my property go to foreclosure?” – In most cases, the answer is ‘no.’ A short sale is a much better alternative to foreclosure or a deed-in-lieu of foreclosure because a short sale is...

How Property Taxes in California Are Calculated

How Property Taxes in California Are Calculated

As a homeowner, you are expected to pay property taxes. And sometimes, especially if you’re a new homeowner, these taxes and charges can cause overwhelm and confusion. We’re here to help you gain clarity regarding real estate taxes in the state of California....

Household Items You Should Always Buy Used

Household Items You Should Always Buy Used

Flea markets, garage sales, and thrift shops are always great places to find something unique and useful for your home for a fraction of a price. However, there are some things that are a no-no to buy used, but certainly, there are some that are still worth giving a...

How to Save Energy During the Summer

How to Save Energy During the Summer

Summer can be an expensive time of year for your utilities. Aside from turning off appliances, lights, etc when not in use, there are other things you can do to save a few bucks on your electric bill during the hot summer months. That said, we thought of sharing with...