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Rockwall Real Estate Alert! – Weather Requires Final Inspections – Episode 186

Posted by on Sep 18, 2010 in Buyer Alert!, Seller Alert! | 0 comments

HUD is requiring this.. 

This Just In – Weather Related:

Final Inspections will be required in the following counties for all properties that were appraised Prior to September 6th, 2010 –

Bastrop, Bee, Bell, Bexar, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Cameron, Collin, Comal, Coryell, Dallas, Dewitt, Ellis, Fannin, Fayette, Gonzales, Grayson, Guadalupe, Hays, Hill, Hunt, Jim Wells, Johnson, Karnes, Kaufman, Kendall, Kenedy, Kleberg, Lavaca, Live Oak, McLennan, Medina, Navarro, Nueces, Rockwall, Tarrant, Travis, Willacy and Williamson

Expect to see the following condition for closing out your loan:

Final Inspection Required Due to Disaster Proclamation for the Subject County

“We have seen stuff like this before down in the Houston area or along coast after a hurricane or tropical storm – and I know exactly what you are thinking – massive over-kill of a requirement – and I agree – but I can see they want to make sure they don’t end up insuring a house they thought was one way and is actually now without a roof (yes, this is related to those tornadoes a couple weeks ago) – and the final inspection would prove that to them,” said Harold Smith of Inwood Bank.

For more info:
www.TheMattesonGroup.com
Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors
214.405.3640
Your trusted real estate advisors providing a joy filled experience!

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Mortgage Rates and Points – Harold Smith – Episode #98

Posted by on Sep 30, 2009 in Buyers, Loan Tips, Real Estate, Uncategorized | 0 comments

Harold Smith with Cornerstone Mortgage is back again to discuss mortgage rates and points.  He will explain how they are tied together and some scenarios where “buying down a rate” can make sense…and when it does not.

Rates and Points

For more info:
The Matteson Group
Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors
214.405.3640
Your trusted real estate advisors providing a joy filled experience!

 

 

Here is Harold’s info:
The Harold Smith Team | Cornerstone Mortgage Company
5600 W. Lover’s Lane, Suite 204, Dallas, TX 75209
Toll Free: 1.877.890.5055 | Office: 214.350.5055 | Fax: 214.350.5008
Pre-Qualify Online: www.HaroldSmithTeam.com
E-Mail: harold@houseloan.com

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Seller Contributions – Harold Smith – Episode #95

Posted by on Sep 24, 2009 in Buyers, Purchase Tips, Real Estate, Sellers, Tips | 0 comments

Harold Smith from Cornerstone Mortgage pays us a visit to explain in greater detail the ins and outs of Seller Contributions which is also called Seller Concessions. These “contributions” typically go towards Buyer’s Closing Costs.

sellers contributions

For more info:
The Matteson Group
Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors
214.405.3640
Your trusted real estate advisors providing a joy filled experience!

 

 

Here is Harold’s info:
The Harold Smith Team | Cornerstone Mortgage Company
5600 W. Lover’s Lane, Suite 204, Dallas, TX 75209
Toll Free: 1.877.890.5055 | Office: 214.350.5055 | Fax: 214.350.5008
Pre-Qualify Online: www.HaroldSmithTeam.com
E-Mail: harold@houseloan.com

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How to Choose a Lender Part 4 – Harold Smith – Episode #93

Posted by on Sep 21, 2009 in Buyers, Loan Tips, Real Estate | 0 comments

Part 4 – Rates change daily, if not hourly

View other parts of this series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4

How do you choose a lender? That is exactly what we are discussing in this four part series. We were able to bring in Harold Smith with Cornerstone Mortage to tell us more about the main criteria everyone needs to be using when picking a lender. The right lender will ensure the best possible experience.

This four part mini-series is packed with great info that you will want to know. Feel free to forward a link to this vlog to any of your family, friends or neighbors or whomever you think might find this of value.

Choosing Lender - Part 4

For more info:
The Matteson Group
Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors
214.405.3640
Your trusted real estate advisors providing a joy filled experience!

 

 

Here is Harold’s info:
The Harold Smith Team | Cornerstone Mortgage Company
5600 W. Lover’s Lane, Suite 204, Dallas, TX 75209
Toll Free: 1.877.890.5055 | Office: 214.350.5055 | Fax: 214.350.5008
Pre-Qualify Online: www.HaroldSmithTeam.com
E-Mail: harold@houseloan.com

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How to Choose a Lender Part 3 – Harold Smith – Episode #92

Posted by on Sep 18, 2009 in Buyers, Loan Tips, Real Estate | 0 comments

Part 3 – Make correct comparisons & Rates and Closing Costs
View other parts of this series: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4

How do you choose a lender? That is exactly what we are discussing in this four part series. We were able to bring in Harold Smith with Cornerstone Mortage to tell us more about the main criteria everyone needs to be using when picking a lender. The right lender will ensure the best possible experience.

This four part mini-series is packed with great info that you will want to know. Feel free to forward a link to this vlog to any of your family, friends or neighbors or whomever you think might find this of value.

choosing lender part 3

For more info:
The Matteson Group
Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors
214.405.3640
Your trusted real estate advisors providing a joy filled experience!

 

 

Here is Harold’s info:
The Harold Smith Team | Cornerstone Mortgage Company
5600 W. Lover’s Lane, Suite 204, Dallas, TX 75209
Toll Free: 1.877.890.5055 | Office: 214.350.5055 | Fax: 214.350.5008
Pre-Qualify Online: www.HaroldSmithTeam.com
E-Mail: harold@houseloan.com

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