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MemberAugust 21, 2024 at 2:04 am in reply to: CAN HUSBAND AND WIFE EACH BUY A HOUSE FOR RENTAL WITHOUT OWNING PRIMARY HOMEYes, both you and your husband can buy a house each to rent. Then, use the rental income from the two homes to qualify for a loan to purchase your home. This strategy is popular among real estate investors who want to grow their wealth by leveraging rental income against future property acquisitions. Here’s what you need to do:
Purchasing Rental Properties:
Financing First Two Homes: You and your spouse should consider buying separate properties without necessarily jointly applying for financing. This way, each person’s income, credit score, and financial standing will be used to qualify for loans on individual properties.
Down Payment: Most lenders require a 15% to 25% down payment when financing investment properties. However, if one of the houses is temporarily owner-occupied, it may attract lower down payments with such mortgages.
Generating Rental Income:
Renting Out The Property: Once purchased, these houses can be rented out, generating regular monthly rentals that will help in servicing mortgages and building equity over time.
Documenting Rental Income: Lenders must be provided with evidence of rental income. Evidence of rental income is lease agreements plus receipts and bank statements showing tenant rent payments into landlords’ accounts each month. Most banks or mortgage companies only recognize three-quarters (75%) of total rents received, less rates levied for vacancies or repairs, as being able to offset periodic repayments due under buy-to-let deals.
Qualifying For Your Forever Home:
Using Rental Income To Qualify For Mortgage: When applying for a loan to purchase an owner-occupied property where you plan to live forever, banks usually consider all sources of earnings, including those derived from letting other units within premises owned by the borrower(s). This increases the chances one qualifies for higher amounts than possible had they relied solely on personal paychecks.
Seasoning Period: Some institutions may demand that before considering rental collections as part of a borrower’s gross income while evaluating their ability to repay advances secured against a primary residence, such money should have been coming consistently over six (6) months up to one year.
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MemberAugust 20, 2024 at 10:51 pm in reply to: CAN YOU PAY CAR LOAN AND OTHER DEBTS WITH GIFT OF EQUITYCertainly! A gift of equity can pay for more than just the initial payment and closing costs. It can be used to clear any debts, such as an auto loan. Paying down debts with a gift of equity will lower your son’s debt-to-income ratio and enable him to qualify for a mortgage. However, several important factors must be considered:
Important Considerations:
Lender Guidelines:
Lenders usually have their own rules about what kind of gifts are acceptable. Typically, they allow gift funds to be used for the down payment and closing costs. However, using a gift of equity to pay off debts like an auto loan might not fit all lenders’ policies. Therefore, checking if the lender allows this gift fund use is necessary.
Gift Letter:
The individual giving the gift of equity has to write a letter stating that it is indeed a gift and not a loan that has to be paid back. This satisfies the requirements set by lenders.
Proper Documentation:
It must be clearly shown how exactly this ‘gift of equity’ transaction is being used. This means everything has to be documented very well. Bank statements and gift letters themselves are important documents that need to be in order and complete. It is important to break down where each part would go (DP—down payment; CCs—closing costs; DPO—debt payoff).
Loan Program Restrictions:
Different types of loans have different rules regarding gifts from family members or friends toward someone’s purchase price (FHA-insured mortgages vs. conventional loans insured by Fannie Mae). For instance, FHA-insured mortgages tend to have more flexible provisions on how such gifts should work. Always consult your loan officer before making assumptions based on this alone.
Impact on DTI:
If permitted by their lender, utilizing said ‘gifts’ could positively affect the DTI ratio. Thus improving qualifications when applying for mortgage loans here in America.
Next Steps:
Talk With The Lender: Confirm if the gift of equity can pay off the car loan.
Get A Gift Letter: Ensure That The Donor Gives A Proper. Gift Letter
Coordinate The Transaction: Work closely with your mortgage lender and closing agent to ensure all documentation is in order. Double-check that the gift of equity is applied correctly.
By following these steps and working closely with your lender, it may be possible to use the gift of equity not only to cover the down payment and closing costs but also to pay off the auto loan. This would improve your son’s DTI ratio, thus helping him qualify for the mortgage.
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MemberAugust 20, 2024 at 10:39 pm in reply to: Mortgage on Two Investment Homes After Chapter 13 BankruptcyYes, you can get a mortgage for two single-family homes one year after Chapter 13 discharge with a 733 credit score and 20% down. But here are some things to consider:
Main Points:
Type of Loan:
Conventional loan: To qualify for conventional loans on primary, second home, or investment homes, it usually requires a waiting period of two years after Chapter 13 discharge. The waiting period of two years after the Chapter 13 Bankruptcy discharge date can be shortened if there are compensating factors such as high credit scores or a large down payment. However, getting extenuating circumstances to shorten the waiting period is only possible.
FHA loan: If the bankruptcy was dismissed, an FHA loan only needs one year from the date of discharge for eligibility on all chapter types. This includes Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, which is more forgiving than other chapters.
VA loan: VA loans have no waiting period requirements after the discharge date of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. This holds provided the borrower is eligible for it.
Non-QM loans: Non-QM loans are alternative financing types that do not meet standard lending requirements. There are no waiting period requirements after the Chapter 13 Bankruptcy discharge date on non-QM loans, and they usually have higher interest rates.
Credit Score:
With a credit score 733, you should have no problem getting approved. This is considered good and will increase your chances. This holds especially when applying for conventional or non-qualified mortgages. Lenders have more discretion in making decisions based on their criteria rather than following strict guidelines set by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac.
Down Payment:
A twenty percent down payment shows commitment and seriousness to the mortgage process. It also reduces risk levels associated with lending institutions. Thus making it easier to qualify for such loans. Another advantage is that there won’t be any need for private mortgage insurance (PMI) required by most conventional home loans if your down payment amount equals or exceeds twenty percent of appraised value.
Lender Requirements:
Different lenders have different policies regarding post-bankruptcy financing options. Exploring as many possibilities as possible within your local area is important before settling on one specific lender. Some lenders can work something out for you even just twelve months after discharge, depending on how financially stable they perceive an individual to be.
Debt to Income Ratio:
Lenders will consider both monthly payments since you’re looking for a mortgage on two different properties. The monthly housing payments should not exceed 40% of your gross monthly income. This is referred to as the debt-to-income ratio (DTI). The debt-to-income ratio is one of many factors mortgage underwriters use in determining how much riskier lending money to any borrower would appear given their unique financial situation at any given time.
Next Steps:
Get Pre-Approved: This step involves applying along with necessary documentation such as proof of income, employment verification, and bank statements, which different lenders may require during their evaluation process.
Speak with Lenders: The best way to find out what loan products are available in your area is to contact multiple lenders specializing in post-bankruptcy financing options. Their experience working on similar cases can help guide you towards making informed decisions regarding which lender might offer more favorable terms based upon individual circumstances involved with obtaining this type of loan product after bankruptcy discharge has occurred.
Consider Different Loan Types: Several types of loans are available. Don’t limit yourself only to conventional mortgages, especially if they seem unlikely within current timelines imposed by Chapter 13 bankruptcy laws. It would help if you also looked into FHA or non-QM (Non-Qualified Mortgage) options since they tend to be more flexible regarding waiting periods after the Chapter Thirteen discharge date. However, expect higher rates compared with traditional home loans.
With a credit score like yours, along with the time since discharge and the amount saved for a down payment, there’s no doubt about being able to finance two single-family homes at this point, especially if working alongside ideal mortgage providers.
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MemberAugust 20, 2024 at 4:15 am in reply to: 2024 Democratic National Conventional Kicks Off TodayIn Chicago, the first day of protests at the Democratic National Convention were sparked mainly by the Biden administration’s approach towards the Israel-Gaza conflict. Demonstrators against U.S. aid for Israel included thousands of people who marched while carrying pro-Palestine signs. Kamala Harris or Joe Biden weren’t singled out as targets as much as American overseas policy was criticized during this event, which ranged from peaceful gatherings to minor scuffles between activists and law enforcement officers.
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MemberAugust 8, 2024 at 4:16 am in reply to: What is TRID RULE? How Does TRID WORK in MortgagesTRID stands for TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure. It streamlined the mortgage loan process by combining the disclosures required under the Truth in Lending Act (TILA) and Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) into one. The main aims of TRID include:
More Transparency: Making sure that borrowers are provided with clearer, more concise information about their mortgage terms and costs.
Avoiding Surprises: Helping borrowers avoid being hit with unexpected expenses at closing time.
Simplifying Disclosures: This involves consolidating multiple forms into fewer, simpler documents.
Consumer Protection: Ensuring that consumers have enough details to make informed decisions when it comes to taking out a mortgage loan.
TRID in Mortgage Loan Process
TRID Stands for? What does TRID do?
The two primary forms used by TRID regulations are as follows:
Loan Estimate (LE): A document which provides an estimate of loan terms and closing costs. It should be given to the borrower within three business days after receiving an application for a loan.
Closing Disclosure (CD): This form sets forth final terms and costs of the mortgage. It must be provided to the consumer at least three business days prior to consummation or closing of transaction.
Requirements of a TRID Loan
Requirements for a TRID Loan – How Do They Work?
TRID loans come with certain obligations that must be met, such as:
Timely Disclosure Delivery(s): Lenders must deliver Loan Estimate within three business days after receiving complete application; also, accurate reflection of disclosed data is required on Closing Disclosure.
Good Faith Estimate(s): Costs on LE should be made in good faith and reasonably close to actual amounts listed on CD (Closing Disclosure).
Delivery of Closing Disclosure Form(s): The creditor is responsible for ensuring that this form reaches its destination not later than 3 calendar days before consummation or closing takes place.
Handling Changes: Significant changes to loan terms or costs must result in revised Loan Estimate or Closing Disclosure being provided, depending on change made and time frame involved, if any.
The 6 TRID Requirements
What are the six pieces of information that define a complete TRID application?
Six pieces of information which constitute a complete TRID Application are:
Name(s) of Borrower(s)
Income of Borrower(s)
Social Security Number (for credit report)
Address of Property Being Financed
Estimated Value Of The Property
Amount Of Loan Sought
Once these 6 items have been received by lender; they have what is called a complete application and must issue LE within three business days.
Rules for TRID Compliance
How Do You Comply with the Rules?
In order to be compliant with TRID, lenders need to follow certain guidelines:
Timely Issuance of Disclosures: Deliver LE & CD within prescribed time frames.
Good Faith Estimate Requirements: Costs and fees disclosed should be made in good faith and consistent with actual figures.
Tolerance Levels: There are different tolerance levels for changes in costs between Loan Estimates and Closing Disclosures:
Zero Tolerance – No increase allowed for certain fees like lender fees or transfer taxes.
10% Tolerance – Some fees may change but total can’t increase more than 10% (e.g., recording fee, third party service).
No Tolerance – Certain fees can change without limit (e.g., prepaid interest, property insurance premium).
Revised Disclosures: Revised LEs/CDs must be issued when there is a significant change; borrowers should be given sufficient time to review such changes.
Record Maintenance: Keep record of every handout given to lendees, loan estimate for 3 years and closing disclosure for 5 years.
Time Requirement Adherence: Follow rules about when disclosures should be made or remade, otherwise it may cause delays in the closing process.
The knowledge about TRID is vital because it helps in creating trust between the mortgage borrowers and lenders hence facilitating easy lending transaction processing.
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Jill Biden’s power hunger is so out of control that at whatever expense she is aggressively pushing her senile husband Joe Biden to run for reelection. Dr. Carol Lieberman a prominent psychiatrist reported Jill Biden to Washington DC Department of Human Services for elder abuse. You can see Joe Biden’s acuity and motor skills getting progressively worse.
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Jill Biden is one arrogant power hungry first lady. Jill Biden had the Marine Corp Band create a Hail to the Chief song personally dedicated for Jill Biden.
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Even if Jill Biden and Edith Wilson have remarkable historical and situational differences, some components of their positions and how the public viewed them can be compared. Below is a comprehensive study into these two First Ladies as well as what might be any points of likeness:
Jill Biden
Background and Career:
Education: Jill Biden earned a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) from the University of Delaware. She has taught at various levels, including community colleges, high schools, and even certain hospitals.
Title Usage: Typically, doctors use ‘Dr’ as part of their names after attaining higher-level degrees like PhDs or MDs, among others. Similarly, this is a common practice within academic circles, where people with doctorate degrees are referred to as such.
Public Role: Her main areas of concern while serving as first lady have been education, military families’ support initiatives, cancer research activism, etcetera. Furthermore, she teaches at Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA), thus making her the first female president to hold a paid job outside the White House.
Perception And Influence:
Public Involvement: Jill actively participates in her husband’s administration, often accompanying him during his public appearances or even engaging in policy talks herself.
Advisory role: Mrs. Biden exerts much influence over President Joe, but it comes across as more supportive than directive.
Edith Wilson
Background and Career:
Marriage & Position: Edith Bolling Galt married Woodrow Wilson in 1915, becoming the First Lady when the Second World War ended. Thus, this period is under special focus because it was also crucial for the president’s tenure.
Proxy Acting: After suffering a severe stroke back in 1919, which left POTUS paralyzed on one side and only able to move by wheelchair, he still did a good job, though he was not able to speak either. Mr. Wilson required someone else in closer proximity to decide on things on behalf of a, so nobody else could take such responsibility better than his wife herself, but Edith?
Perception And Influence:
‘Stewardship’: Edith called it stewardship, where she would decide what matters were important enough to bring up before her husband, whom many historians consider acted as a de facto president during that time, although there is no record showing that he ever held this position officially.
Controversy: This fact remains controversial because no other FLOTUS has ever had direct control over government functions like her compared to previous administrations when protocols were stipulated on how business should be done about the executive branch. People raised concerns about transparency, among other things.
Comparisons
Involvement in Presidential Affairs:
Jill Biden: Her involvement is more public and supportive, focusing on specific policy areas like education and military families, and she does not make executive decisions.
Edith Wilson: Took on an executive role due to President Wilson’s incapacitation, effectively managing access to him and making significant decisions on his behalf.
Public Perception and Titles:
Jill Biden Faces scrutiny for using her academic title and active role in the administration, but her position is formalized and less controversial than historical standards.
Edith Wilson: Her de facto leadership was controversial because it bypassed established protocols and the Vice President’s role, raising concerns about transparency and executive power.
Context of Power:
Jill Biden: Functions within the modern context where the First Lady’s involvement is expected and institutionalized but faces criticism of her public image and use of titles.
Edith Wilson: Operated in a crisis where she stepped into a power vacuum due to her husband’s health, an extraordinary and unprecedented situation.
Concluding
Although they both were important figures in their spouses’ presidential terms, Jill Biden and Edith Wilson had different levels of involvement. This is not saying that one was more or less significant than the other; rather, it refers to how much influence each person exerted. Jill’s role can be described as supportive and advisory — consistent with expectations for a contemporary first lady — while Edith acted as an executive proxy due to unusual circumstances. These comparisons are often made because these women were positioned next to powerful men under public scrutiny and active first ladies scrutinized by society.
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Wait, Did Jill Biden Really Request Her Own ‘Hail to the Chief’-Style Walk Up Song?
Megyn slams Jill Biden for her 'mindset of arrogance' after resurfaced report suggests she asked for entrance song as first lady.