From the monthly archives:

April 2010

Newbie on rehabbing a home?

April 28, 2010

I was given a home on two-acres of land that used to be my grandmothers house. It is not in horrible condition, but definitely needs to be updated (mainly kitchen/bathroom and installing central a/c &heat) since it has not been lived in for 15 years. I want to rehab this home, not as an investment, [...]

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What is the difference between an unsecured loan and a secured loan?

April 28, 2010

Which would be better for a personal loan under $10K

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Can you tell me about FHA mortgages for first time buyers with bad credit? ?

April 28, 2010

Are co-signers allowed? Can you buy HUD home, or foreclosures? Where can i find a reliable lender in Michigan? How far in advance should we try for pre-approval? Does a pre-Approval expire? Well the housed we are looking at are between $25k-$50k…what kind of loans can you suggest for people with bad credit. Should we [...]

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A Bunch Of Qts Re: Private Student Loans. Input appreciated!?

April 28, 2010

Now that it is getting close to the Fall ’08 semester, I am getting ready to apply for private school loans two weeks from now. Returning to school in my 30s to finish my degree. Yes, Federal, scholarships, etc have been maxed out. Is it best to apply in person vs on-line/over the phone? I [...]

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Will I be able to get a home equity loan if I am currently in a forebearance agreement with my mortgage?

April 28, 2010

We will be listed as “entering foreclosure” until September, but have already made 5 consecutive payments into the forebearance plan, including a large down payment. However, in order to get our finances in order and pay education costs, we need to take out a home equity loan. Will lenders approve the loan (if we have [...]

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