Mortgage rates in Canada are at historic lows John Elway Limited Jersey , so now is a great time to obtain a mortgage, if you do your homework. The due diligence you perform can save you thousands in interest over the life of the mortgage.
Due diligence in mortgage shopping is two fold: 1) Reviewing as many mortgage sources as possible and 2) Knowing the terms of your potential mortgage and comparing the differences between mortgage terms. Shopping sources has become easier with the internet, and you are no longer restricted to the local bank. You can find infinitely more sources by browsing the Web. You can obtain cheap mortgage quotes from as many as you desire. If that doesn’t suit you, you can retain a mortgage broker to do your searching for you. A typical mortgage broker has dozens, if not hundreds of sources on hand to provide the lowest mortgage rates in Canada.
Knowing the terms of the various mortgages is a little bit more difficult, especially if you are new to mortgage shopping. But a little study and a little research will make all of the difference. A few tips are in order:
Know the difference between a fixed rate mortgage and an adjustable rate mortgage or variable rate mortgage. A fixed rate means just that, the interest rate stays the same for the life of the mortgage, whether it be a year mortgage, 2 years or 5 years. With interest rates as low as they are, many want to lock into a low rate for years. An adjustable rate mortgage and variable rate will fluctuate with the prevailing interest rates. In an adjustable rate, your payments will go up or down with the interest rate. In a variable rate Women's Drew Lock Jersey , the payments remain the same; the amount applied to principal fluctuates. Both have lower initial payment rates than a fixed rate. If you think mortgage rates will stay low for a few years, you might consider either of these.
Know Your Mortgage Term, Choose One Right For You
Mortgage terms or length of the mortgage, can vary between a year and upward, with most in the 5 to 7 year range. After the term expires, you need to either renew or obtain new financing. If you only plan to be in your home a year or 2 Women's Dalton Risner Jersey , a shorter term may benefit you. If you think you have a great interest rate and don’t plan on moving, a longer term may be for you. Remember that banks or other lenders will often assess prepayment penalties if you pay the mortgage off early. These can be substantial, so discuss any penalties with your lender.
Learn the Costs of Obtaining a Mortgage
Closing costs, such as appraisal fees, title insurance, mortgage insurance Women's Noah Fant Jersey , bank fees and attorney fees can end up in the thousands when taking out a mortgage. Discuss these charges with the proposed lender to determine how much they are. Can any fees be waived? Will you be required to obtain mortgage insurance?
There are a host of other issues to look at, but this is a good start for you to ask while getting your cheap mortgage quotes. Know yourself, know what the proposed lender is offering and you will be well ahead of the game.
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Six Real Estate Investing Tips Finance Articles | December 11, 2007 The following collection of real estate investing tips will probably have a few things that you already know. That's okay. There will be a few you haven't heard before as well, and in any case Women's Royce Freeman Jersey , we som...
The following collection of real estate investing tips will probably have a few things that you already know. That's okay. There will be a few you haven't heard before as well, and in any case, we sometimes need to be reminded of what we know.
1. Find an agent with the right experience. When selling real estate, drive around and see what else is for sale in the same area. Look particularly at the name of the agents on the signs. The agent whose name shows up the most in your neighborhood will likely know best how to price and market your property. You can also do this by looking through real estate guides to find those agents who are either active in your area, or with your type of property.
2. Make low offers correctly. When making a low offer that may offend a seller, let him know that it isn't personal Women's Courtland Sutton Jersey , that this is just what you need to make the deal work for you. You can include a list of concerns or of things that you will have to repair, to justify the lower price. If you have a choice in a situation like this, it may be better to let the agent present the offer without you. It can be tough for a seller to hear you say anything bad about his property in person. A list of concerns is less personal, and less likely to offend him - which makes it more likely that he'll seriously consider your offer.
3. Look for "extra" opportunities. When flipping a house, you might normally look for fixer uppers that can simply be "put into good shape" and sold for a decent profit. But if there are "extra" opportunities that other investors aren't seeing, you can make even more. These are things like a full basement that can be converted into living space Women's Bradley Chubb Jersey , or attic space that can be made into a bedroom or office, or an extra lot that can be split off and sold without reducing the value of the home much.