Changes in the Mortgage Interest Deduction and How it affects Homeowners
Understanding Mortgage Interest Deduction and How Recent Changes May Affect Your Deduction Are you one of the many homeowners who refinanced your mortgage during the previous year? Perhaps you did a cash-out mortgage to improve your property or to consolidate debt....
The proper handling of consumer debt in a divorce can be vital to future mortgage financing
You would think something so common would be easier to manage, yet can cause long-term obstacles when not handled properly. Many things affect a person when going through a divorce. Emotions are in turmoil. Finances are up in the air. Housing, children, social...
Trust Matters and So Does Who You Choose To Work With
Trust matters—but how can you build it? They say there’s no place for emotion in business. Yet, at the same time, trust is considered the foundation of any strong organization and an essential building block for success in the workplace. So how do you go about...
Is There a Difference Between A Divorce Appraisal and a Mortgage Appraisal?
When divorcing, should you obtain an appraisal or a Comparative Market Analysis? Assessing the value of the marital home and other real estate owned in a divorce is a big deal in the settlement process. The question is how to determine the value best. The two most...
What Is The Definition Of Divorce, And Why Does It Matter?
Have you ever asked the simple question, “What is the actual definition of divorce?” According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, divorce is the action or an instance of legally dissolving or terminating a marriage or marital union. Divorce laws vary...
Property Details Are A Game Changer For Divorcing Homeowners
The details of real property involved in a divorce situation can play various factors when mortgage financing is needed. This article addresses some of the more commonly overlooked details. The two most often questions regarding real property during divorce: What’s it...
Two Important Concerns Regarding the Marital Home and Divorcing Veterans
According to the Veteran’s Administration, veterans are more than 60% more likely to separate or divorce than non-veterans. There are many different reasons Veteran couples have more marital difficulties than non-Veterans. There are stressors like back-to-back...
Understand The Three Common Issues That Will Disqualify Support Income During Divorce Mortgage Planning
Alimony, Spousal Support, Maintenance, Child Support, and other support payments ordered through divorce proceedings come in different shapes, sizes, and creative solutions. The divorce team may have successfully structured support orders that satisfy both parties;...
