Low Appraisals
When an appraisal comes in low, the buyer has a decision to make. What are the options and what are the implications of each?
The Cost of Waiting in 2022
A lot of factors outside of a buyer's control can contribute to this happening, but the one thing that IS under a buyer's control is choosing when to make an offer. We can't say this loud enough: Don't wait!
Top Jefferson County Lender
The results are in for 2021, and we're honored to once again be a top lender! We couldn’t be more thrilled that you trusted us with your business. Thank you!
Desktop Appraisal Update for 2022
Last year, we talked about a day when Desktop Appraisals, or something similar, would become a permanent part of mortgage lending guidelines, and now it has! We discuss the upcoming timeline and what this means for your customers in our latest video!
59.3%
Our team received an appraisal waiver on 59.3% of eligible purchase transactions in 2021! How did we do it? Allow me to explain.
Three Questions
How can you tell if a buyer is qualified for a home loan before you agree to show them property? A pre-approval from a local lender is the only way to tell for sure, but there are a few questions that will lead you in the right direction before they consult with their lender.
Back to Basics Online Webinar
REALTORS: Join me for my first mortgage education webinar of 2021 - my popular Back to Basics: Mortgage Lending 101 course. Learn everything you'll need to know about mortgage lending and nothing you don't!
BIG Changes to Second Homes & Investment Properties
You may have heard about big changes to mortgages for second homes and investment properties. Here's what's going on.
Appraisal Waivers & Automated Underwriting in 2021
In 2020, COVID-19 really threw a wrench in the traditional lending process, but our industry is resilient and adapted accordingly. We were granted appraisal waivers on 20% of our purchase transactions in 2021. That’s 20% of transactions that didn’t need an appraisal report of any kind!
Proud to be Your #1 Lender!
Thank you for making New American Funding the top lender in Jefferson County during Q2. But don't keep us to yourselves. Tell your friends, family and neighbors all about us!