Many commercial mortgages are fixed for 5-7 years, and then become due. These loans may have been originated before or during the pandemic at much lower rates than today. You may find yourself in a position where your Note is coming due. We can help you find refinancing options. We are mortgage brokers and can...
Tag: Refinance
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WE CAN LEND IN ILLINOIS
I’m back in Chicago, Illinois. Illinois is one of the states where we can lend. If you are looking for a residential or commercial loan in Illinois, give us a call. We are mortgage brokers and will shop lenders to find the best loan for you. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, investor, or starting...
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THE SCARIEST TERM IN YOUR NEW COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE
We’ve written before about lenders raising the bar, or tightening, lending terms and conditions. One of the terms that’s started showing up in the covenants is “full recourse only”. Everything beyond the value of the property is now on the line. This was a somewhat common term in the 70’s and early ‘80s going...
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CONDOS CONDOS CONDOS
We are hearing it is becoming more difficult to get condos approved. Let’s take a look. On conforming loans, there are two levels of review, a limited review and a full review. A limited review does not require as much documentation as a full review. For example, a full review requires an Association Budget and...
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EFFECTIVE INTEREST RATES
Many people are struggling to figure out the best way to draw funds from the increased equity in their home. If they refinanced a year or two ago, they do not want to lose their low interest rate. So, many are choosing to obtain a home equity line of credit (known as a heloc). However,...
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CONTACT COUNSEL MORTGAGE GROUP
Counsel Mortgage Group, LLC is a mortgage brokerage with the sole purpose of finding the right loan for you. We broker loans to wholesale lenders and pass on their rates and costs to you. If you or someone you know is in the market looking for a loan, give us a call and let us...
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ARE YOU INVESTING IN A PRIMARY, SECONDARY OR VACATION HOME?
Are you looking to invest in a primary, secondary or vacation home in Arizona, California, Hawaii or Illinois? We are licensed and broker loans in these states. Why is it beneficial to work with a mortgage broker licensed in multiple states? Example: We can help you refinance and take cash out of your Illinois home...
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THE PUSH TO REFINANCE
You may have received a phone call, mailer, or email with the promise of low rates and lower payments. Below are some thoughts to consider before you refinance. The most basic analysis is to compare the savings to the costs. For example, if the costs are $2,500 and the savings is $100 per month, then...
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BUYING, REFINANCING, WHAT’S THE PLAN?
As you can imagine, we get asked more so than ever before, “Is now the right time for buying or refinancing a home?” Refinancing is currently on the forefront of many homeowner’s minds today. If you are a prospective home buyer when should you start planning for your mortgage? The answer is as soon as...
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REFINANCING IS HIGHLY DESIRABLE
Refinancing is highly desired right now and we have helped many homeowners refinance their loans. Frequently delaying the process is postponed mortgage payments due to forbearance. Is it possible to refinance a loan in forbearance? Yes, you can refinance if your loan is in forbearance. You will have to bring your loan current to refinance....