by TitleTap | Jan 13, 2014 | Federal Programs
Remember these points from the video:the FHA works to make homeownership a possibility for more Americans. With the FHA, you don’t need perfect credit or a high-paying job to qualify for a loan. The FHA also makes loans more accessible by requiring smaller down...
by TitleTap | Jan 13, 2014 | Federal Programs
The video puts this in more visual terms, but with the exception of a few additional forms the FHA loan application process is similar to that of a conventional loan. With new automation measures FHA loans may be originated more quickly than before. And, if you...
by TitleTap | Jan 13, 2014 | Federal Programs
While this video simplifies things to help you remember, except for the addition of an FHA mortgage insurance premium, FHA closing costs are similar to those of a conventional loan. As of 2013, the FHA requires a single, upfront mortgage insurance premium equal to...
by TitleTap | Jan 13, 2014 | Financing:
The video puts this in more visual terms, but your personal situation will determine the best kind of loan for you. By asking yourself a few questions, you can help narrow your search among the many options available and discover which loan suits you best. Do you...
by TitleTap | Jan 13, 2014 | Title and Closing:
What you’ll see in this video is, there may be closing costs customary or unique to a certain locality but closing costs are usually made up of the following: Attorney’s or escrow fees (Yours and your lender’s if applicable) Property taxes (to cover tax...
by TitleTap | Jan 13, 2014 | Financing:
There are some great tips in this video. Choose your lender carefully. Look for financial stability and a reputation for customer satisfaction. Be sure to choose a company that gives helpful advice and that makes you feel comfortable. A lender that has the authority...
by TitleTap | Jan 12, 2014 | Financing:
It usually takes a lender between 1-6 weeks to complete the evaluation of your application. Like the video shows, it’s not unusual for the lender to ask for more information once the application has been submitted. The sooner you can provide the information the faster...
by TitleTap | Jan 12, 2014 | Finding:
The video puts this in more visual terms, but basically, contact the local Chamber of Commerce for promotional literature or talk to your real estate agent about welcome kits, maps, and other information. You can get information about school systems by contacting the...
by TitleTap | Jan 12, 2014 | Articles, Attorneys, Content Marketing, FAQ, Law Firms, Legal:, Marketing, Video, Web Design, Website Design, Website Development
A will is a written document that defines how your assets will be distributed after you die. Trusts are legal arrangements that involve a separate legal entity to hold and distribute assets — during your life, after your life, or both. As an alternative to...
by TitleTap | Jan 12, 2014 | Articles, Attorneys, Content Marketing, FAQ, Law Firms, Legal:, Marketing, Video, Web Design, Website Design, Website Development
In US law, corporations are organizations authorized to act as a legal entity. US and state tax laws allow a special ‘S Corporation’ tax status that changes how corporate taxes are handled. The government taxes regular ‘C’ corporations directly...
