The 3 most common blunders homeowners make when applying for a home equity loan….and how to avoid each one
Let’s dive right in….with the 3 most common blunders I see homeowners
make – and of course, how to avoid each one.
Blunder # 1 Paying for an appraisal when the value isn’t there.
I see this all the time with wannabe borrowers.
Most populate get excited about the idea of getting fast cash and rush to
get their property appraised.
But here’s what happens….
It costs them to find out that their home is valued lower than they thought. (especially in today’s market) Your home you swear is worth 5,000, the stupid appraiser thinks is only ,000. Just like that the ,000 equity you wanted to borrow vanishes into thin air. (along with your )
So what do you do?
The answer is elementary. Check the home values in your neighbourhood before you do an appraisal. Here’s how. Have your mortgage broker analogize properties in your area and glimpse if your home is in the correct range for you to get approved. It’s gratis, and you will evade squandering your time and money.
Blunder # 2 Not Having Your Income Taxes Done
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I can’t tell you how many times I see this one.
Everything looks good. Your house has lots of equity, the appraisal is complete and things are going swimmingly. Then the unthinkable happens. They ask you to provide a Notice of Assessment (NOA). Oops! You haven’t done your taxes for the last 2 years. Just like that…lent declined.
Solution: Find out first what income proof the lender needs. Sometimes all they require is a pay stub and a job letter. (Some lenders don’t need income verification at all.) You will save yourself hours of grief and aggravation. Or, if you want to be safe, just call your accountant and get your taxed done!
Blunder # 3 Not Disclosing Liens On Your Property
This one really is really bad. Don’t do this !!
Here’s the scenario….
The lender approves your home equity loan and It’s time to get your money.
You go to the lawyers office and they tell you their is a problem.
Shocked? Well you shouldn’t be. Remember that secured loan that went bad 3 years ago? Guess what. It’s now registered as a lien against your property.
Here is some free advice. Tell the lender everything before you apply. And I do mean everything.
Trust me. Every title issue, lien or debt secured against your property WILL show up
when the lawyer does his search. If this happens your lend will get declined – guaranteed.
There you have it.
Avoid these these 3 common mistakes and you can get your housed equity loanapproved with a lot less chivy and get the liquidate you need right away.
Hope this helps.
Strategic Capital Network is a licensed bonding brokerage specializing in home equity loans. If you would wish to find out if you qualify for a loan please visitwww.loansforontariohomeowners.com to get a FREE pre-approval.