12/26/2018

Advantages to Mortgages and Home Ownership


Your home is MUCH more than a place to store your things or keep you dry when it’s raining outside. It is also a very important component in your overall financial foundation. I just want you to know that I understand this and am dedicated to helping you find the right mortgage solution. Not just for today - but also for the long haul.
Here are my Top 3 Financial Advantages to Home Ownership:
 1) The Mortgage Interest Tax Deduction: Perhaps the most powerful financial incentive for owning (versus renting) is the home owner’s ability to deduct certain expenses (such as mortgage interest) from their taxable income. You may wonder:
What impact will this have on my financial foundation?
 I’d be happy to walk you through some of the answers to that question. As you can imagine, numerous factors are involved and one size often does not fit all. Please call me at 949 784- 9699 if you’d like to set some time aside to analyze your situation. Let's talk about the maximum amount you may deduct today
2) Forced Savings - Equity: If you’re like me, you love any opportunity to build equity in something of value over time. That’s why I believe you’re going to enjoy chipping away at your loan’s principal balance with each monthly payment. Depending on the program you select, you might only see small momentum at first. But over time the percentage you’re contributing toward the equity in your home will continue to grow - as will your feeling of self worth and satisfaction. To see a specific example of how this momentum will build for you, please be sure to ask me for an amortization schedule for the loan scenarios we analyze together.
3) Long Term Potential for Appreciation: Let me be clear - there are no guarantees the home you buy will appreciate in value - especially in the short term. In fact, sometimes real estate can actually drop in value. However, if you research the past 75 years of our country’s history, you’ll find that over time real estate purchased properly shows propensity for long term appreciation.
That being said, I always recommend my clients buy a house because they’re going to love spending half their time (or more) there - not because they think one house will appreciate more than another. After all, how does one put a price tag on happiness?

 I sincerely appreciate you allowing me this opportunity to help educate you on the home buying process.
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12/24/2018

Mortgage Loans With the Government Shut Down

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The United States Government shut down, again, may find some borrowers unable to close their loan.
This will disrupt banks  who have offered rate locks and loan commitments because certain verification systems are run by our government, Do not expect Bank of America or Chase to extend your rate lock for free.


I have many work arounds and can close loans. Interest rates in the short term have actually gone down so holding on or paying to extend your lock is not necessary. We are going to close mortgage loans and get the necessary documentation from the IRS, USDA, FEMA and many others after the fact assuming this shut down is short term we should be able to help you. Although some government employees may feel the pain of not being paid over the holidays, here is my Christmas cheer. Call me and I'll assist.
(949) 784-9699


 VA has already been funded for the fiscal year. Unfortunately, USDA will not issue any new guarantees during the shutdown.  FHA and Ginnie Mae are expected continue core business operations (e.g. FHA Connection would remain operational and Ginnie Mae would issue new commitment authority for the foreseeable future.)  

Important US Government  lending topics:

  • Tax Transcripts
  • VA Lending
  • HUD – FHA & Ginnie Mae
  • USDA
  • National Flood Insurance Program is Affected
  • Verbal Verification of Employment – Government Employees
In all cases, non-agency transactions are subject to investor guidance

Effective Date:  The temporary policy changes outlined in this bulletin are effective immediately and are in effect until further notice.

Tax Transcripts


Wholesale/Retail – Applies to FHA, VA, USDA & Agency:
  • CMG is temporarily suspending the requirement for IRS Tax or W-2 Transcripts to close a mortgage loan. Completed 4506-T forms, signed at closing, continue to be required.
Correspondent – Applies to FHA, VA, USDA & Agency:
  • IRS Tax and W-2 Transcripts will not be required for loan delivery However, completed 4506-T forms, signed at closing, continue to be required for loan delivery. Note: Correspondent Lender must obtain tax transcripts on applicable loans when the federal government shutdown ends. Once tax transcripts are received lender will compare the income documents to the transcripts and loans with discrepancies may be subject to repurchase.
For all channels, non agency loans must meet investor specific requirements.

VA Lending

Based on past shutdowns, the VA has determined that housing is an "essential service”.  If the shutdown lasts for an extended period, additional delays may be expected.  As of today, the following apply:

·         Housing is viewed as an essential service
Link to VA Contingency Plan:  

HUD – FHA & Ginnie Mae


FHA will continue issuing case numbers and insuring loans.  Per the Contingency Plan:  
·         Will insure single-family loans 
·         Will support the following origination operations 
o    Case numbers:   Cancellations, reinstatements and transfers
o    Case numbers are being assigned
o    Resolution of the hold tracking queue  
·         Will review Notice of Return violations on pre-endorsement loans
·         Will address any CAIVRS errors to avoid borrowers being denied a loan
·         FHA systems (e.g. Connection and LEAP) will be operational
o    Actions requiring interaction w/ FHA staff will either be delayed or suspended
·         Call center (answers@HUD.gov) and National Servicing Center will be operating
·         Condominium project approvals under HUD Review and Approval Process (HRAP) will NOT be processed.  Eligible lenders will be permitted to continue to process under DELRAP.
·         Servicing issues will be supported.  Payment of claims, servicing of Secretary-held mortgages, ensuring continuity of FHA’s REO disposition process and servicer mitigation activities will continue.
·         IRS Tax or W-2 Transcripts to close a mortgage loan to be gathered after the fact. (See “Tax Transcripts” in this announcement)

Link to HUD Contingency Plan:  

USDA


No new RD rural housing conditional commitments or loan guarantees will be issued.
·         Loans closed during a shutdown are done at the lender’s risk.
·         Loans w/ conditional commitments cannot be guaranteed until the shutdown is ended.
·         The Lender Interactive Network Connection (LINC) is expected to be operational.
o    This includes GUS and other front-end systems
·         At this time, few will allow funding/purchase of USDA loans that already have the conditional commitment but not the guarantee.

Link USDA Rural Development Contingency Plan:  

National Flood Insurance Program Is Affected


NFIP will not be issuing new or renewing any policies during the shutdown. When flood insurance is required, proof either at or prior to funding of a complete current "in-force" flood insurance policy must be obtained.  Sufficient content to be able to determine adequacy of coverage and appropriate dates of coverage that is dated on or before December 21, 2018 is required. If the borrower does not produce acceptable proof of flood insurance coverage for the minimum amount required, the loan is not eligible to be closed/purchased.  Exceptions are not permitted for any reason.

Acceptable evidence of Flood Insurance when both the application for the coverage and proof of paid receipt are dated prior to December 22, 2018:
  • a complete application for flood insurance signed by the insurance agent, and
  • application content must be sufficient to be able to determine adequacy of coverage and appropriate dates of coverage accompanied by a paid receipt, and
  • loans that do not have proper evidence of active flood insurance at closing must receive exception approved from  Corporate Credit, and
  • steps must be taken to follow up that the coverage is issued and activated once the NFIP insurance authority is renewed.
In instances where the premium is paid at closing, a Closing Disclosure that evidences premium payment is an acceptable form of paid receipt. Both the application for the coverage and proof of paid receipt must be dated prior to December 22, 2018.

Private Flood: Policies from private insurers are not impacted by the NFIP hiatus and are an acceptable form of flood insurance if allowed by the loan program/final investor

FHA Reminder:  FHA does not accept private flood insurance.  FHA has an FAQ that states:

A property is not eligible for FHA insurance if:
·         a residential building and related improvements to the property are located within SFHA Zone A, a Special Flood Zone Area ,or Zone V, a Coastal Area, and insurance under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is not available in the community.

Links:

Verbal Verification of Employment – Government Employees

  • Borrowers employed by the federal government where a VVOE cannot be obtained prior to closing are not eligible.  Borrowers must return to work prior to closing in order to use the income for qualification purposes.
  • As a reminder, if the borrower is in the military, a military Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) dated within 30 days of closing is acceptable in lieu of a VVOE.

I am working today while #mnuchin parties with movie stars and tells the  banks not to allow a run. 

12/19/2018

Compare Refinance Cash Out Options

Compare apples and oranges, well really, payments verses long term costs. We’re coming pretty close in the home financing industry.
And if you’re at all interested in using your home’s equity to access cash, then this comparison is for you.

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There are two common ways to get cash from your home—a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) or a cash-out refinance.

In the current environment, many people want to keep the great interest rate they already have on their home loan, so they automatically choose a HELOC over a refinance. But wait—there’s a big difference that can make the benefits hard to compare at a glance. HELOCs have adjustable interest rates, whereas most home loans are fixed.

Take a look. If you’re interested in exploring your options more, please reach out. I’ll be happy to help.
Let's talk (949) 784- 9699 any day on your clock
Thank you for reading

C G
NMLS #324982
CMG Financial

12/18/2018

C G Moves to CMG

                 I moved to CMG Financial for all the right reasons.




Experience Extraordinary!
As a direct Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Seller-Servicer, approved Ginnie Mae Issuer and with a near nationwide presence, CMG Financial is widely known for responsible lending practices, product innovation, consumer advocacy, and operational agility.

The CMG Difference.
At CMG Financial, we know that buying a home is one of the largest investments most Americans will make in a lifetime. Guided by integrity and driven by a passion for providing outstanding customer service, the company operates differently then most firms in the industry. We understand that no two households are the same and the needs of each household are as unique as a fingerprint. From the very first consultation to the closing of your loan, my team of skilled, passionate professionals and I are dedicated to delivering the right loans, for the right reasons, in a way that exceeds expectations.
  • Comprehensive products, including Conventional, FHA, HARP, VA, and USDA
  • Local, experienced and able to lead you from start to finish
  • In-house underwriting
  • Timely and efficient closings

Caroline C G Gerardo Barbeau | Loan Officer
NMLS # 324982
CMG Financial
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