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Sunday, 02 March 2008 |
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By Peter Owen
 So many home owners think about getting a second mortgage. Others don't even know what it means. Today I will raise a few points to explain what second mortgages are and what you need to consider when youre taking that route.
What is a second mortgage?
A second mortgage is basically taking out a second loan on top of the existing loan on your home. This loan is secured with the property for collateral. If for example the value of your home is $200 000, but you still owe $140 000 on the loan, then the $60 000 difference is known as your equity. When borrowing against the $60 000, you would then be taking out a second mortgage.
Why take out a second mortgage?
People take out a second mortgage for various reasons. They want to finance home improvements, purchase a second home, consolidate other debt for a lower interest rate, purchase a new car or pay for university tuition. Whatever the reason may be for taking out a second mortgage, first make sure there is a |
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Saturday, 01 March 2008 |
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By john mazzara
 Many people are kept out of the housing market due to lack of sufficient down payment and/or funds available for closing costs. Yet these potential homeowners can afford to make a rental payment that would be equivalent to a mortgage payment. In fact, the lack of resources keeps veterans renting instead of becoming owners as they try saving money to buy a home. Meanwhile home prices continue to appreciate as housing continues to rise in cost.
Here is where the Veteran Home loan program excels over competing loan products. VA mortgages allow for a home to be financed in one loan up to 100% of the acquired home's value. In addition, the seller is allowed to pay most-if not all-of the closing costs and prepaid items. This means little to no cash out of pocket. Most housing types are eligible: residential homes, condominiums, townhouses, manufactured homes, new construction and even 1-4 unit rentals (additional conditions apply). If lack of available funds is the issue preventing home ownership, VA Loans offer the solution.
Still, very few veterans take advantage this type of |
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 01 March 2008 )
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