by Michael Divita | May 14, 2021 | Mortgage Education, Refinance 101
Since the start of the pandemic, we have seen mortgage rates drop. This has enabled many homeowners to save money by refinancing their mortgage at a (sometimes much) lower rate. Rates have been great for a year now, but there is no way of knowing just how much...
by Michael Divita | Jun 23, 2020 | Uncategorized
Last month the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced changes to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac forbearance policy that will allow borrowers to refinance out of their modified loans. In the past, mortgage loans in forbearance could not be refinanced for at least 12...
by Michael Divita | May 26, 2020 | Blog, Minute Mortgage Series, Mortgage 101, Mortgage Education, Pre-Approval Process, Refinance 101, Types of Mortgage Products
With mortgage rates at historic lows, it can be difficult for homeowners to get straight answers on refinancing – is it right for you? When, exactly, is the best time to refinance your mortgage? It all depends on your situation and reasons for refinancing....
by Michael Divita | May 11, 2020 | Blog, home, Mortgage Education, Refinance 101
If you are a future homebuyer or have been pursuing listings, you may have noticed a rising increase in homes with virtual options, such as virtual walkthroughs and virtual open houses. With the current situation of the world today, real estate agents are forced to...
by Michael Divita | Apr 28, 2020 | Blog, Mortgage 101, Mortgage Education, Refinance 101, Types of Mortgage Products
Four of the five largest banks in the U.S. have agreed to let California residents skip mortgage payments for 90 days if they have lost their jobs or are struggling financially due to the coronavirus pandemic. The recently passed Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic...