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Agent commission lawsuits cast long shadow over VA, FHA borrowers

Housing Wire

In the aftermath, one of the most contentious issues in the minds of mortgage professionals is how the ruling might affect FHA and VA mortgage borrowers. FHA loans are a popular option for first-time homebuyers or those who don’t have a lot of cash saved for a down payment, because the loans require a minimum of 3.5%

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HUD seeks public comment on updates to reverse mortgage documents

Housing Wire

The first is for the HECM anti-churning disclosure, which is designed to protect borrowers from unnecessary loan refinancing. These include wholesale revisions to the lender table for the best estimate of the total cost of the refinancing to the borrower, as well as increases to the borrower’s principal limit.

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Is My Mortgage Assumable? A Guide for Home Sellers

HomeLight

An assumable mortgage is a type of home loan transaction that allows a new buyer to take over the seller’s existing mortgage. Instead of securing a new mortgage, the buyer takes over where the seller left off, literally “assuming” the remaining principal balance, repayment period, and other terms.

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FREE Webinar: Update on Current VA Appraisal Topics

McKissock

Don’t miss this FREE update on VA appraisal topics on Wednesday, February 22nd from 11am-12pm ET. He was an independent fee appraiser on the VA panel for over 9 years prior to his current position. He is the principal expert for all matters related to residential property appraisals and valuation solutions at Veros. Sign up now.

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NRMLA, MBA provide comments on HECM application, origination documents

Housing Wire

MBA and NRMLA each state that they are generally supportive of the proposed changes, which include wholesale revisions to the lender table for the best estimate of the total cost of a refinancing to the borrower, as well as increases to the borrower’s principal limit. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) loans.

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FREE Webinar: Update on Current VA Appraisal Topics

McKissock

Meet the presenters James Heaslet Serving as the Chief Appraiser for the Veterans Affairs (VA) Loan Guaranty Service since 2018, James is responsible for developing and overseeing policies and regulations for the VA Construction and Valuation department. View Pro-Series webinars.

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Mastering Mortgage Basics: 10 Key Concepts Every Homebuyer Should Know

Redfin

A mortgage is a loan specifically designed for purchasing a property, commonly a home. In the event that the borrower fails to repay the loan, the lender has the right to take possession of the property through a legal process known as foreclosure. What is a mortgage? How does a mortgage work?