How Does a Foreclosure Work, and How do I Buy a Foreclosure?

In the past months, you may have had encountered the term “foreclosure” a dozen of times especially with the current crisis in the national housing market. If you are lucky enough not to have any problems with your mortgage payments, you should still try to understand how foreclosure works – just in case

For starters, foreclosure is the repossession of a property by a mortgage lender because the owner failed to fulfill his mortgage payment obligations. Reasons for not being able to pay monthly mortgage dues can include the following:

• Losing a job
• Suffering from serious health problems
• Divorce
• Death in the Family
• Mismanaged budget

Depending on the state, a homeowner can try to stop the lender from foreclosing by doing any of the following:

• Refinance loan with Lender
• Re-instatement of mortgage loan
• Ask for forbearance
• Sell property to recover equity
• Short Sale
• Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure
• Take out Foreclosure Loans
• File for Bankruptcy

As you can see, there are many ways that an owner can avoid foreclosure. All it will take is extra effort to negotiate with the lenders. Of course, it will also depend on what stage of foreclosure the owner is in. Basically, there are three stages: pre-foreclosure, foreclosure at auction and bank foreclosure.

You must remember that you will still have a fighting chance of stopping foreclosure up to the last stage. Many home owners do not know their rights and simply give up when they receive a Notice of Default from their lenders. To make matters worse, they refuse to establish communication with their lenders.

When facing foreclosure, owners should be able to comprehend their situation and make decisions realistically. Having a foreclosure record on your credit history is not something anyone would want and so, owners must fight with all their might to avoid foreclosure.

First Time Buyer FAQ's As a first-time buyer, you have a lot of questions. There is terminology you might not understand. And there are expenses you need to anticipate. Here are some explanations of just that, to help you on your way to homeownership. First, what costs should you expect? After you have become "pre-approved" for a mortgage, you will know how much you can spend(your budget).Being pre-approved can quicken the time it takes to close, as well as give you an advantage over buyers who are not pre-approved, should a home be one of those once a year or even life time opportunities. Mortgage Rates are at an all time low combined with a high foreclosure rate and declined values educated and well represented Buyers have the leverage in this current market. Next, figure out how much money you'll need to put down(if any). Are you planning on looking into a 100% Loan? Or are you looking at an FHA Loan with 3.5% down? Perhaps you are interested in one of those $100 Down FHA loans you see advertised on HUD Homes? What is Earnest Money? Most offers are accompanied by a check. This check is generally referred to as the "earnest money deposit." The basic reason for the deposit is to impress the seller that the buyer "earnestly" intends to purchase the property.The amount of the deposit varies from purchase to purchase, depending on a variety of factors. The biggest difference is the type of property and who the seller is. Are they a Bank? Is this a HUD Owned property? Or is this Susie seller from down the street? Average earnest money in North GA in Current market conditions is $500-$1000. Can Earnest Money be a gift? Yes. You will want to check with Mike or your lender before asking a relative or close friend. Transactions must be properly documented. What are closing cost? Closing costs are what are paid= at closing. You should expect to pay for an appraisal, title services, title insurance, transfer taxes, inspections, loan origination, private mortgage insurance, and homeowners insurance, among a host of other charges. The average closing costs range from 3 -5% . This figure depends primarily on the loan size. You can of course negotiate with the SELLER who is going to pay closing and how much they are contribute. It is common especially in a buyers market to see sellers paying at least a percentage of closing cost. Can I include repairs into my home loan? Yes. The most common case is often found in the 203b $100 Down FHA with escrow repair an incentive for buyers purchasing HUD Owned Properties in Georgia. What are property taxes? Property taxes are paid each year to your local government at the county level. Some areas of the country charge much higher taxes than others, and the price is a percentage of the value of your property. That means that more the house is worth (according to the county), the more expensive the taxes. Calhoun Ga Foreclosures and Real Estate Sales and Solutions- Mike Ramirez REALTOR Exit Flipper McDaniel Realty is the top production and fastest growing firm in Calhoun GA. I specialize in Foreclosure sales helping buyers and sellers invest in real estate in Gordon county Calhoun GA including Adairsville, Resaca, Sugarvalley, Plainville, Ranger and surrounding North and Northwest GA .(770)547-3450

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Real Estate Market Update

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Housing market highlights over the last week include; positive news from the National Association of Realtors, an update on interest rates, and mortgage application volume. Additionally, we discuss an update on the halting of foreclosures by some banks and ending with thoughts on due-diligence.

Realtors: Pending Home Sales Rise

The National Association of Realtors reported that pending home sales increased for the second month in a row. The index rose 4.3% to 82.3% from a downwardly revised July. NAR chief economist, Lawrence Yun discussed home affordability being responsible for the rise saying, “Attractive affordability conditions from very low mortgage interest rates appear to be bringing buyers back to the market”. Despite the increases over the last 2 months the Pending Home Sales Index is still 20.1% below August, 2009.

I agree with Lawrence Yun, home affordability is overshadowing the economy in home buying decisions for many. While job growth is the ultimate confidence booster for many, the rise 2 consecutive months is a good sign. Further, we may see a small boost in pending home sales resulting from FHA guideline changes (see mortgage applications below).

Interest Rates Drop Further

After rising for 2 weeks, then stabilizing, Freddie Mac reported a new record low for interest rates. The 30-year fixed rate dropped to 4.27%, marking the second consecutive decline. The 15-year rate declined to a new low of 3.72%. A year ago, the 30-year was at 4.87% and the 15-year at 4.33%.

With core inflation staying very low, rates have been drifting back down over the last 2 weeks. This along with home values double-dipping in many markets is causing home affordability to increase. It seems impossible that rates can continue to decline but the last 2 weeks has proven otherwise. The Federal Reserve is now considering combating the economy with an inflation strategy. That may signal the end to perpetually low rates.

Mortgage Applications: Purchases Soar

This week the Mortgage Bankers Association reported that its Purchase Index soared9.3% from the prior week, lead by a 17.2% increase in FHA applications. Conventional applications increased 3.6%. This data is for the survey ending October 1^st. Refinances declined to 78.9% of total mortgage applications a drop from 80.7% the prior week.

Purchase applications spiked because borrowers rushed to get applications in before the October 4^th FHA deadline when new requirements took effect. These new FHA requirements pertain to increased down payment and credit score requirements. I anticipate that refinances will grow against purchases after the last 2 weeks of rate declines. Despite the volume of refinances in recent weeks it seems many people out there still have the ability to refinance.

Foreclosure Mess UPDATE

Bank of America extended its foreclosure suspension nationwide, while Ally Financial, JP Morgan Chase, and others suspended in 23 states. The freeze is temporary but leaving many wondering whether the suspensions will impact home prices positively or at least slow the potential upcoming declines. Wells Fargo and HSBC have since communicated that it will not be suspending foreclosures, while other banks such as PNC have admitted to communicating with their lawyers over the issue.

Many people were not surprised when suspensions started as it has been rumored for quite some time that foreclosure processes were flawed. The question remains how home values will be affected. Bank of America was increasing its foreclosures significantly this year leaving some thinking that home values could be impacted. With JP Morgan Chase and Ally only halting in 23 states, it’s more likely that values will be buoyed little if at all by these banks’ move. If anything the impact will likely be more competition by investors with a few less homes per market to big on. I’m expecting more banks to announce they’re temporarily halting as well.

Waiting on the “Fat Pitches”

I had a good conversation with an investor recently about waiting on the “fat pitches” on investment property offerings. The problem with many investment property sales is the extremely low barrier of entry into the industry. Many people are offering deals on investment properties backed more by hype then by a track record. Also many markets are being touted as “go-to” markets when risks remain high. For example if you knew that REO makes up 66% of all real estate activity in Atlanta, would that cause you to think twice about evaluating property there? It should. Waiting on the “fat pitch” is, of course, a baseball term suggesting not to swing at everything you see. Knowing the current housing crisis isn’t going away tomorrow should cause you to spend considerable time on due-diligence. But at the same time not missing the opportunity to lock in low rates and low prices. It becomes a happy medium of being a skeptic and not waiting too long at the same time.

Calhoun Ga Foreclosures and Real Estate Sales and Solutions- Mike Ramirez REALTOR

Exit Flipper McDaniel Realty is the top production and fastest growing firm in Calhoun GA. I specialize in Foreclosure sales helping buyers and sellers invest in real estate in Gordon countyCalhoun GA including Adairsville, Resaca, Sugarvalley, Plainville, Ranger and surrounding North and Northwest GA .(770)547-3450

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Square Feet: 1027

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First Time Buyer FAQ's

As a first-time buyer, you have a lot of questions. There is terminology you might not understand. And there are expenses you need to anticipate. Here are some explanations of just that, to help you on your way to homeownership.

First, what costs should you expect? After you have become "pre-approved" for a mortgage, you will know how much you can spend(your budget).Being pre-approved can quicken the time it takes to close, as well as give you an advantage over buyers who are not pre-approved, should a home be one of those once a year or even life time opportunities. Mortgage Rates are at an all time low combined with a high foreclosure rate and declined values educated and well represented Buyers have the leverage in this current market.

Next, figure out how much money you'll need to put down(if any). Are you planning on looking into a 100% Loan? Or are you looking at an FHA Loan with 3.5% down? Perhaps you are interested in one of those $100 Down FHA loans you see advertised on HUD Homes?

What is Earnest Money? Most offers are accompanied by a check. This check is generally referred to as the "earnest money deposit." The basic reason for the deposit is to impress the seller that the buyer "earnestly" intends to purchase the property.The amount of the deposit varies from purchase to purchase, depending on a variety of factors. The biggest difference is the type of property and who the seller is. Are they a Bank? Is this a HUD Owned property? Or is this Susie seller from down the street? Average earnest money in North GA in Current market conditions is $500-$1000.

Can Earnest Money be a gift? Yes. You will want to check with Mike or your lender before asking a relative or close friend. Transactions must be properly documented.

What are closing cost? Closing costs are what are paid= at closing. You should expect to pay for an appraisal, title services, title insurance, transfer taxes, inspections, loan origination, private mortgage insurance, and homeowners insurance, among a host of other charges. The average closing costs range from 3 -5% . This figure depends primarily on the loan size. You can of course negotiate with the SELLER who is going to pay closing and how much they are contribute. It is common especially in a buyers market to see sellers paying at least a percentage of closing cost.

Can I include repairs into my home loan? Yes. The most common case is often found in the 203b $100 Down FHA with escrow repair an incentive for buyers purchasing HUD Owned Properties in Georgia.

What are property taxes? Property taxes are paid each year to your local government at the county level. Some areas of the country charge much higher taxes than others, and the price is a percentage of the value of your property. That means that more the house is worth (according to the county), the more expensive the taxes.

Calhoun Ga Foreclosures and Real Estate Sales and Solutions- Mike Ramirez REALTOR

Exit Flipper McDaniel Realty is the top production and fastest growing firm in Calhoun GA. I specialize in Foreclosure sales helping buyers and sellers invest in real estate in Gordon county Calhoun GA including Adairsville, Resaca, Sugarvalley, Plainville, Ranger and surrounding North and Northwest GA .(770)547-3450

$100 down FHA Loan

$100 Down Payment Incentive – Available to Owner Occupant Buyers

　AVAILABLE ON HUD OWNED PROPERTIES

$100 Down Payment Incentive – Available to Owner Occupant Buyers using FHA financing

$100 down payment option is available for owner occupant buyers only.

First Time Buyer FAQ's

As a first-time buyer, you have a lot of questions. There is terminology you might not understand. And there are expenses you need to anticipate. Here are some explanations of just that, to help you on your way to homeownership.

First, what costs should you expect? After you have become "pre-approved" for a mortgage, you will know how much you can spend(your budget).Being pre-approved can quicken the time it takes to close, as well as give you an advantage over buyers who are not pre-approved, should a home be one of those once a year or even life time opportunities. Mortgage Rates are at an all time low combined with a high foreclosure rate and declined values educated and well represented Buyers have the leverage in this current market.

Next, figure out how much money you'll need to put down(if any). Are you planning on looking into a 100% Loan? Or are you looking at an FHA Loan with 3.5% down? Perhaps you are interested in one of those $100 Down FHA loans you see advertised on HUD Homes?

What is Earnest Money? Most offers are accompanied by a check. This check is generally referred to as the "earnest money deposit." The basic reason for the deposit is to impress the seller that the buyer "earnestly" intends to purchase the property.The amount of the deposit varies from purchase to purchase, depending on a variety of factors. The biggest difference is the type of property and who the seller is. Are they a Bank? Is this a HUD Owned property? Or is this Susie seller from down the street? Average earnest money in North GA in Current market conditions is $500-$1000.

Can Earnest Money be a gift? Yes. You will want to check with Mike or your lender before asking a relative or close friend. Transactions must be properly documented.

What are closing cost? Closing costs are what are paid= at closing. You should expect to pay for an appraisal, title services, title insurance, transfer taxes, inspections, loan origination, private mortgage insurance, and homeowners insurance, among a host of other charges. The average closing costs range from 3 -5% . This figure depends primarily on the loan size. You can of course negotiate with the SELLER who is going to pay closing and how much they are contribute. It is common especially in a buyers market to see sellers paying at least a percentage of closing cost.

Can I include repairs into my home loan? Yes. The most common case is often found in the 203b $100 Down FHA with escrow repair an incentive for buyers purchasing HUD Owned Properties in Georgia.

What are property taxes? Property taxes are paid each year to your local government at the county level. Some areas of the country charge much higher taxes than others, and the price is a percentage of the value of your property. That means that more the house is worth (according to the county), the more expensive the taxes.