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Veterans Zoominar
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Click the image to enlarge Mahalo to ALL who have served our armed forces! What to expect from our VA Loan Zoominar? ⇒ No Down payment ⇒ No Mortgage Insurance ⇒ VA Renovation Loans ⇒ Competitive Rates I invite you to join us for our education zoominar on Tuesday, Nov 08, 2022 @…
Read MoreWhat is a 203K Loan?
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Is your home in need of renovations and repairs? A 203K loan could be your answer! A 203K loan is a home improvement loan that allows borrowers to finance the cost of repairs or improvements on their home. It’s typically used for projects that will increase the property’s value and/or improve its energy efficiency. It…
Read MoreRehabilitation/Renovation Zoominar
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REHABILITATION / RENOVATION ZOOMINAR (Click the image to enlarge) Attend my Zoominar to learn about programs and products we have to help with: renovating an existent home purchasing a home that needs Rehabilitation What the process entails Timelines Tips and what repairs are eligible. With more than 23+ years it the industry I have assisted…
Read MoreSept 21, 2022 Fed Rate Hike
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The Fed has once again raised their Fed funds rate by an expected .75 percent. As we explained in previous posts about Fed rate hikes, this is not a direct increase to mortgage rates, but the Fed’s move does have an impact on the mortgage marketplace and the broader economy. The most recent rate hike brings…
Read MoreRenters to Owners Zoominar- Sept
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Back by popular demand! Register Here – Registration will end on 9/23/2022 12 noon. Come and join me virtually, where you will learn how to from a renter to a owner. I will also be giving you an insight to exclusive programs to make your offer shine! Who should attend? Anyone who… is tired of RENTING… has thought…
Read MoreLand & Construction Zoominar
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ALOHA! Our last “Zoominar” was a SUCESS! Thank you so much to all who have registered and attended! Up Next: ? Featuring our Land & Construction Zoominar on Friday Sept 09, 2022 @ 7pm (registration required) Attending will give you the “What you need to know” about: Land Loans Construction Loans Timeline Preparation BONUS: Closing…
Read MoreWhat is a Mortgage Rate Lock?
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What is a Mortgage Rate Lock? A mortgage rate lock allows customers in need of mortgage financing to “lock” in their interest rate. This is an important feature of mortgages because the markets that influence mortgage rates (Mortgage backed securities, or MBS) trade each day and in certain markets can be very volatile. Rates can…
Read MoreRENTERS to OWNERS Zoominar
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Click picture to enlarge Look forward to upcoming Zoominars Come and join me virtually! Who should attend? Anyone who… is tired of RENTING… has thought of purchasing a home in Hawaii would like to learn homebuying preparations would like to learn about down payment assistance & our EXCLUSIVE buyer advantage programs Are you an associate…
Read MoreMason Mac’s Lock & Shop Loan Program
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In a volatile interest rate market, one of the most stressful parts of home buying can be trying to find the perfect home while trying to keep track of rates, payments, and affordability. In a relatively calm market, it may not be a big deal, but in 2022, when rates have moved upward faster than any time…
Read MoreThe Lastest Fed Hike
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Once again, in an effort to curb inflation, the Fed has announced another Fed Rate Hike to the tune of a .75 increase to the Fed Funds rate. This Fed rate hike brings the Fed funds target rate range to 2.25%-2.5%, and the increase was in line with expectations, resulting in minimal initial changes to…
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