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Experts weigh in on whether seniors should get new mortgages: Bankrate

Housing Wire

This is according to experts who spoke to personal finance website Bankrate about the concept of taking on a new mortgage in retirement. Age information is collected at the time of origination, but only for Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) purposes. 30-year mortgages were never meant to be for them. So she was approved.”

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Opinion: Title and settlement fees aren’t a barrier to homeownership

Housing Wire

The borrower’s largest life-of-loan costs are the property taxes and recording fees paid at closing plus the accumulated cost of annual property taxes paid over the life of the loan. The choices are complex and the “mortgage math” can be hard to comprehend.

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Reasons To Get An Appraisal

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Financing: If you are financing your purchase or refinancing your existing mortgage, your lender may require an appraisal to ensure that the property’s value is sufficient to secure the loan. Investment analysis: Real estate investors may use appraisals to evaluate the potential return on investment for a property.

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7 Strategies for real estate agents to slash taxes before year-end

Housing Wire

Use these seven strategies to avoid overpaying taxes, save money, and better manage your business. Identify business deductions Every business has ordinary and necessary costs, such as office equipment, marketing , accounting, and insurance , that are tax-deductible. Laura Adams is the author and host of the Money Girl podcast.

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The Top Benefits of Getting a Residential Appraisal in Toronto

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In the bustling real estate market of Toronto, understanding the true value of your residential property is more crucial than ever. Whether you’re considering selling your home, refinancing your mortgage, or simply looking to understand your property’s market value, a professional residential appraisal is the key.

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Mr. Cooper exits reverse servicing space with sale to MAM

Housing Wire

Mortgage servicing, origination and transaction-based services company Mr. Cooper Group announced on Tuesday the sale of its reverse mortgage servicing portfolio – operating under the Champion Mortgage brand – to Mortgage Assets Management (MAM).

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Demystifying Closing Costs: What Home Buyers and Sellers Should Expect

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These costs typically include a variety of fees, such as loan origination fees, appraisal fees, title insurance, escrow fees, and taxes. While the specific expenses may vary depending on factors such as location and the type of mortgage, both buyers and sellers can expect to incur closing costs when completing a property sale.

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