Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Alternatives If You Don't Qualify for Traditional Mortgage


You apply for a loan, you recieve the loan.  That is the ideal scenario.  However, this is not the realistic scenario for some people.  Some people (maybe you), have circumstances that make it extremely difficult to qualify for a mortgage.  Do not give up hope just yet!

Amy Fontinelle, a financial journalist and editor for a variety of websites, public policy organizations, and book publishers, offers four alternative to a traditional mortgage.


Amy recently wrote an article detailing what these alternative options are.  She points out that, "Unusual home-financing tactics may be uncommon and hard to come by, but for people who fall into a category that makes it difficult to qualify for a mortgage, there are options to finance a home purchase beyond getting a mortgage from a bank."


The four options that Amy touches upon and provides details about are the following:


  1. Borrowing From Your Whole Life Policy 
  2. Seller Financing 
  3. Borrowing From a Self-Directed IRA
  4. Rent To Own/Lease Option 

If you are ready to start searching for your next home, On-Top Realty has qualified agents ready to help you!

It is important to keep in mind that if you ARE turned down repeatedly for valid reasons, maybe it's not really the time for you to buy.

You can read Amy Fontinelle's full article here: 4 Alternatives To A Traditional Mortgage




Saturday, March 5, 2011

March: Time To Buy!


Looking to buy a home? Now's the time to do it. A recent article on MSN.com points out that buyers do indeed have the power. Melinda Fulmer of MSN Real Estate has some great advice and information on why March is the time for you to be looking to purchase your new home.

The article points out how you can take advantage of the current housing market as a buyer and how much leverage it gives you in negotions. Bottom line, if you're looking for a new home and want the moon, it doesn't hurt to ask for it.

On-Top Realty has agents ready to assist you in taking advantage of this buyer's market and getting you into your dream home.

You can read the full story at March Buying Advice: Time to Make a Deal