Tag Archives: purchase

FHA Home Flipping Policy

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Matt Steinmetz

In February, FHA extended the FHA property flipping waiver until December 31, 2011. As of now, this waiver has not been extended again and will expire on 12/31/11. Continue reading →

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CCAR’s Big Event 2011

Posted on November 13, 2011 by Matt Steinmetz

This is my 2nd Big Event and I find them informational. It is also a good chance to say hello and rub some elbows. This event was held at the Lesher Center for the Arts. Here’s what was said this year. Continue reading →

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More Lenders Exiting in 2012 and Rates Getting Better

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Matt Steinmetz

This video discusses the estimate from the Mortgage Bankers Association that the loan volume for 2012, industry wide will drop by 25%.  This will force more lenders, individuals and companies, to leave the industry.  The video also touches on where … Continue reading →

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Buying Investemnt Properties With Less Down

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Matt Steinmetz

Did you know you can buy investment properties with 10 or 15% DOWN? Fannie Mae’s Homepath program allows for 10% down for investors when buying a Homepath home. Non Fannie Mae Homepath homes can use normal conventional financing with 15% down for … Continue reading →

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First Time Buyer Video Series Part 1

Posted on July 2, 2011 by Matt Steinmetz

Matt Steinmetz goes through his First Time Buyer Booklet in sections to walk you through the details of buying a home. Continue reading →

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Fannie Mae brings back HomePath incentives | Inman News

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Matt Steinmetz

Fannie Mae is once again offering closing-cost assistance for buyers Continue reading →

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Real estate: Its time to buy again – Fortune Finance

Posted on April 10, 2011 by Matt Steinmetz

Real estate: Its time to buy again – Fortune Finance.  Whether you are a first time buyer, a seasoned or a want to be investor, or considering a 2nd home, it’s time to buy again!  New construction has slowed to … Continue reading →

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FHA Annual Premium Increase

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Matt Steinmetz

April 18th, 2011- FHA case #’s pulled on this day or after will have higher annual premiums, which means higher monthly payments. Continue reading →

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Short Sale and Foreclosure Time Frames

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Matt Steinmetz

You may be able to buy again 1 day after a short sale, 2 years after short sale and 3 years after foreclosure Continue reading →

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US Mortgage Market Overhaul: The Winners and the Losers – CNBC

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Matt Steinmetz

The biggest losers in the Obama administration’s reform proposals will inevitably be people seeking to buy a home, or people that own homes. US Mortgage Market Overhaul: The Winners and the Losers – CNBC.     Thank you,  Matt Steinmetz … Continue reading →

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