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What Are Home Equity Loans and Should I Get One?

Posted in Finance on 02/26/2011 10:31 am by admin
Nicholas W Partridge asked:




Home equity loans are a type of loan in which the borrower uses their own home’s equity as collateral. These loans are very useful for financing big expenses, such as education, medical bills or repairs to your home. It creates what is called a lien against the borrowers home, and therefore reduces the actual equity of the home.

Most home equity loans require a very good to excellent credit history and a reasonable loan-to-value ratio. In some areas, these loans are referred to as second mortgages.

Many people get confused between these loans and the home equity line of credit, the difference being that a line of credit can be drawn upon for funds at any time and often comes with an adjustable interest rate, whereas a house equity loan is a one time fixed lump-sum, usually with a fixed interest rate.

As for whether or not this type of loan is suitable for you really depends on your circumstances. If you have a lot of equity built up in your home and you’d like to release some of it, then using your equity is probably a good option. Just be aware that banks view these loans as slightly more risky than other types of loans, and will therefore charge a higher interest rate. It’s generally advised to use the funds for major necessities only, as opposed to things like holidays or boats.

Conclusion

Home Equity Loans are great for those of us who have nearly paid off their homes and are looking for quick funds to renovate the home, pay off some medical bills or other larger expenses.

Antonio
 

Credit Equity Home Loan Refinance – The Simple Facts

Posted in Finance on 10/09/2010 02:42 am by admin
Gertrude J Fellows asked:




Credit equity home loan refinance is a refinance loan that you can have by giving the lender equity in your property or sometimes in your business as well. Loan refinance works in a similar manner to the equity loan, where you will be entitled to get a loan to the value of the collateral that you provide.

Refinance works in a very simple manner. You could pickup one of these loans to repay or refinance any other loan Usually you would want to refinance another loan or mortgage that you have taken with a loan that has a lower rate of interest.

It might seem that these loans are given out with out to much worry and that they are simple to get, the answer to that is a big no. There are a number of considerations to take into account before lenders would consider, before accepting an application for a Loan.

One of these considerations is the percentage of equity that is available to the lender and if this percentage is not enough then it is good by refinancing.

Another consideration is the income and credit rating or credit history, now as you must know the more healthy your credit history the more chances you will have in your home loan refinancing.

There are two types of refinancing available one is with a fixed rate of interest and a variable rate of interest.
The application procedure for the loan refinance is obviously a bit lengthy, as you would have to submit quite a few papers.

However, today banks try and keep the procedure short and simple. You could also apply online for a refinancing loans.

Maria
 

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Posted in Film on 08/20/2010 11:11 am by admin
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Home Equity Loans – A Secondary Loan Can Help in Primary Matters

Posted in Finance on 08/03/2010 10:17 am by admin
Dina Wilson asked:




Sometimes some problems are so big that handling it through the general loans becomes impossible. Under such circumstances you can go for only those loans which are good in offering big amount and are equally good in terms and conditions. It generally happens that if you borrow a bigger amount then the other things becomes tough for you to handle. In comparison to many other loans the home equity loans are good because borrowers in it are not at all harassed.

The concept of home equity is often being found to be not clear to the borrowers and therefore, many hesitates in going for it. But actually these are very simple which means the difference between the market value of a home and the value which you have to repay. Take for instance, you have bought a home for

 

Lending loan home equity loans

Posted in Income Taxes on 05/08/2010 06:25 pm by admin
Constructionlenderca asked:


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BAD CREDIT HOME EQUITY LOANS

Posted in Howto on 05/04/2010 05:36 pm by admin
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How the new FHA Loans (Hope for Homeowners – Avoid Foreclosure) Work? I will explain?

Posted in Renting & Real Estate on 04/15/2010 07:36 am by admin
Epreneur asked:


I was reading in www.hopenowmortgages.com details about the new program that will help us to avoid Foreclosures and I found very interesting things ( I will list just a couple but you can visit them to read more)
* The bank will have to forgive you the late payments, penalties and second mortgages you may have
* The bank have to give you a new loan for the ACTUAL appraised value
* If you refinance with the Hope for Homeowner Program you have to share the equity with the FHA when you sell your home.
* You cannot get a Home Equity Line of Credit or any other aditional loan using your house
* You need to have 10% equity to apply for the loan
It sounds very interesting… go tho Hope Now Mortgages dot com

ANDERSON
 

i want to refinance a 1st mortgage and a 2nd which is a equityline that is with a another bank. need help?

Posted in Renting & Real Estate on 01/09/2010 03:36 am by admin
elman1005 asked:


Can i pay them both off with a refinance from home is we have enough equity in home. I am told i need to pay a .5 point fee to convert an equity line to a cashout loan since this loan is not a second when the home was purchased?

SHANE
 

mortgage qualification for new home when current home not sold?

Posted in Renting & Real Estate on 12/29/2009 09:23 pm by admin
Yves g asked:


Hello,

I’d like to understand (at a high level) the rules that lenders apply to qualify you for a mortgage in the following situation. You own a house that you plan to sell and are looking for a new one and would possibly use an equity loan for the down payment. Do you have to get approve for 3 mortgages at one? Do lenders use the same debt/income ratio when it is clear you plan to sell the 1st house and if so what ratio are used? Can the approval be contingent on the sale of the first house prior to buying the second one? Even if I close on the same day or close on the sell prior to buying, in all likelihood, I need to get pre-approved prior to officially selling my first home.

Any other concepts that I am missing?

SAMMY

 

Home Equity Loans Canada- Your Questions Answered

Posted in Finance on 10/13/2009 11:13 am by admin
Crystal Mate asked:


In a November, 2007 report, the Canadian Association of Accredited Mortgage Professionals (CAAMP) stated that in the previous 12 months, 17% of mortgage holders took out home equity loans or increased their mortgage. The average equity loan was $35,400.

What are people doing with all this money? Paying down debts, sending the kids to school, investing in their homes – there are many possible answers to that question. If you’ve ever considered tapping into your home’s equity, the following FAQs can help you decide whether home equity loans are the right strategy for you.

What Are Home Equity Loans?

Home equity is the difference between the market value of your home and what you still owe on the mortgage. So if your house is valued at $300,000 and you still have $260,000 outstanding on your mortgage, your equity would be $40,000.

Home equity loans enable you to borrow against that equity. These loans are also known as second mortgages because they are a second loan (the primary mortgage being the first) that uses your house as collateral.

How Much Can You Borrow?

With most home equity loans you can borrow anywhere up to 85% of the amount of your home equity. For the case above, with $40,000 in equity, the homeowner could borrow $34,000.

Some lenders have more generous options, even offering to lend 100% of the amount of equity in your home.

How is a Home Equity Line of Credit Different?

A home equity line of credit (HELOC) is much the same as a standard line of credit, but it uses your home’s equity for security. With a HELOC you can typically borrow up to 90% of your home’s equity. With $40,000 in equity, you could obtain a HELOC for $36,000.

With a HELOC, you do not necessarily have to use all of the credit at once. You can use it as needed and pay back what you borrow, just like a standard line of credit.

On the other hand, home equity loans are one-time, lump sum loan. If you need more money, you’ll need another loan.

The general guideline is that a HELOC is best for those who need access to varying amounts of money for ongoing expenses, whereas a home equity loan is better suited to those needing a specific amount for one large expense, like a home renovation.

What About Interest Rates?

Home equity loans typically have fixed interest rates, while HELOC rates are variable. The interest rates for both are typically pegged to an institution’s prime rate, and are often significantly lower than those charged for vehicle loans, credit cards and personal loans.

What is Mortgage Refinancing?

With refinancing, you pay off your existing mortgage and obtain a second mortgage for a lower interest rate. With a “cash-out” mortgage or refinance you can borrow more than what you owe on your mortgage. You can then take the extra money and use it for expenses like tuition, home improvements and so on. Refinancing may include costs for mortgage fees and prepayment penalties.

What are the Pros and Cons?

On the plus side, home equity loans provide low-cost credit for important expenses. In extreme cases, the risks are that the home market slows and you end up owing more than the value of your home, or that you overspend and default, which means the loss of your home.

For many people the pros outweigh the cons. To be sure if a HELOC or loan is right for you, it is best to consult with a mortgage professional.



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