Cheetah asked:


what does points mean when you r getting home mortgage loan, what is a good closing cost for a home value 190k ? first time home buyer some smartee please make decission for my next 30y planning..
who normaly pays closing cost?

Cindy

Dennis Beckham asked:




The best time for you to consider taking mortgage refinancing is now that the mortgage refinancing is at all-time low. The issue is that if the interest rate you are obliged to pay on your mortgage are lower than your current mortgage rate, then it is reasonable to take advantage of it.

Your first assignment is to start doing research for the competitive refinancing rates offered by several financial institutions in order to opt for the one that offer lowest rate.

The fact remain that you stand to gain so much by taking advantage of home mortgage refinancing.

When you are refinancing your home, it is like taking up a new loan which require you to go through the process just like you apply for your first mortgage loan. You are expected to pay all the applicable fees such as legal charges and others. You are at liberty to ask your lender to disclose beforehand all the fees that you are required to pay. You are free to look for other lenders if one lender refused to disclose the fees to you.

Another benefit you stand to gain by taking mortgage refinance is saving yourself some money. Your lender will be charging on lower closing cost basis. Instead of paying so much dollars at a time, you will be paying few dollars till you completely service the loan.

You stand the chance of using your home loan mortgage refinance to get other benefits. It includes using it to secure home improvements, off-setting high interest credit card debt, paying for college education among others. But the limit to the benefit you enjoy will be determine by the market value of your home equity at a point in time.

A word of caution: In spite of all the benefits you stand to gain by taking home loan mortgage refinance, be reminded that it is a loan that has a payback period. So, don’t borrow too much. Do it in moderation so that you don’t get your fingers burnt by losing your house.

Joann

Rebecca Sparenberg asked:




Looking to refinance your mortgage? Well stop, don’t rush; there are a few things you should consider before refinancing. With mortgage rates at an all-time low, refinancing can save you thousands of dollars. However, if you rush into a new rate without negotiate for the best deal or you don’t understanding all the details of your new mortgage you could end up losing money.

Is Refinancing Right For You?

A general rule is that refinancing becomes while if the current interest rate on your mortgage is at least two percent higher than the prevailing market rate. However, depending on your loan amount, you might choose to refinance a loan that is only one-point-five percentage points higher then the current rate.

When choosing to refinance, consider is how long you plan to stay in your house? Given the costs of the refinancing, it usually takes at least three years to fully realize the savings from a lower interest rate. Refinancing is only good idea if you intend to stay in your house long enough to make the additional fees worthwhile.

Remember To Shop Around

The most common mistake homeowners make when refinancing their mortgage is they fail to shop around. Would you buy a new car without first checking out the competitions prices?

Call two or three lenders to compare their interest rates and closing cost, then compare then to the terms offered by your current lender. Comparing offers allows you to get a better idea of what rate you may be able to qualify for. It also puts you in a better negotiating position with the lenders.

Once you receive offers, pay close attention to the interest rate, points, and closing costs. Talk with the loan officers and see if you can negotiate a better interest rate. Most often, the initial rate offered is not the best a particular lender can offer.

Consider All The Cost

There is no such thing as getting your cake and eating it too. It is important to understand that refinancing your mortgage is not free. Consumers need to ask their mortgage originator to provide all costs that will be incurred in order to complete the refinancing process in writing.
There are “no cost” rates available where all of the closing costs are built into the rate, but they usually involve higher rates. This is one of the reasons shopping around is so important.

Many lenders require that you have at least ten percent equity in your home, but there is usually at least one lender willing to underwrite loans in which the borrower has only five percent equity. Nonetheless, beware low equity loans can involve relatively high mortgage insurance costs.
In most cases, a homeowner should plan on paying an average of three to six percent of the outstanding principal in refinancing costs. One way of saving on some of these costs is to first check with your current mortgage lender, they may we willing to wave some of these fees; including the fees for the title search, surveys, and inspections.

Check Your Credit Twice

If your credit history is less than sparkling, it might be worth while to invest sometime into cleaning up your credit before you applying for a home loan. Before you apply for your new mortgage, first check your credit report for any mistakes or outdated information. It’s estimated that 60 percent of credit reports contain some type of incorrect information. Federal law allows consumers to receive a free copy of their credit bureau report each year. Review your report and make any change requests directly with the credit reporting agency.

Depending on your credit score, the process of cleaning up your credit can be as easy as reporting errors on your credit report or as complex as hiring a professional credit counselor to get your finances in order. If your credit problems cannot be fixed quickly you will almost certainly have to pay more than borrowers who have a good credit history. Yet, don’t assume that the only way to get credit is to pay a high price. Ask how your past credit history affects the price of your loan and what you would need to do to get a better price.

Don’t assume that minor credit problems or difficulties stemming from unique circumstances will limit your loan choices to only high-cost lenders. No matter what your credit score, remember the key to finding the best deal or rate is to shop, compare, and negotiate.

Jesus