Friday, September 3, 2010

Raising your credit score

As you have heard over and over again it is a great time to buy a home. Interest rates are at historical lows and properties that were in a higher price range have now become more affordable. Although there is great opportunities for many renters to transition themselves into homeowners, many are not able to qualify for a loan due to poor credit. Here are a few tips that may help you on your path to home ownership

*Make your payments on time
Past payment history often tells lenders if you can be extended credit and are responsible enough to pay them back. Most late payments 30 days or more can show up on your credit report. These late payments on your credit report can stay on your report for seven years.

*If you have missed payments get current and try your best to stay current
*If you have credit cards keep the balance low when there is a high debt ratio it affects your credit score.
* Never close unused credit cards, this can have a reverse effect and drop your credit score rather than raise it.
* Re-establish challenged credit by opening up 1 or 2 new accounts and paying on each account responsibly.
*Avoid letting your accounts be turned over to a collection agency
*Try to avoid judgements being file against you,call the other party and try to reach an agreement on the amount your willing to pay to stop the judgement from being filed
* Frequent changes in residence and employment establish a pattern of instability. Find a residence and an employer and stay stable for at least 2 years. (some lenders require 3years )
* Work toward decreasing your debt one way to do this is to limit or cease impulse purchasing.  If it is not a necessity it can wait.

Remember if you are a resident of Georgia you are entitled to 1 free credit report each year. The request can be done online, by phone, or mailed. So monitor your credit

Repairing your credit is a slow process but diligence, good decisions, and being responsible are afew key factors that will get you in a higher fico score bracket.

Friday, August 27, 2010

Home warranty plans what you should look for

Home warranties can have a hefty upfront cost that can range from $340-$475 for basic coverage. A lot of consumers may argue that there to expensive and they don't really need them in most cases anyway.  Although it may be true that the upfront cost of a warranty can be steep the savings are usually seen on the back end. For example your at home it's the holiday weekend and your the host. Amid all the confusion of cleaning your home, buying groceries & making a huge dinner your dishwasher goes out. Even though you are already swamped preparing the house for your guest now your forced to make time to call 5 or 6 different repair companies to find out how much they will charge just to come out and look at the dishwasher & what the cost would be to fix it.

Now look at the same scenario but this time you have a Home Warranty. It would take about 5 min. to call your warranty company and set up a convenient time for them to come out. The service charge would more than likely be less than 100.00 dollars most start at just $55.00. 

With all the home warranty plans out there what should you look for?

Here are a few basic features that should be offered
*Electrical-electric wiring, circuit breakers, burglar alarms & fire alarms, exhaust fans, central vac systems 
  telephone wiring, garage door opener,ceiling fans    
plumbing- tank leaks, pipe leaks, sump pumps, Water heaters, toilets,drain line stoppages
Kitchen Appliances- range, refrigerator, dishwasher,instant hot water dispenser,trash compactor, garbage disposal, built-in microwave ovens
Heating system- duct work ,interior gas lines, thermostats, interior gas lines,multiple units,duct work,geothermal
Air conditioning- motor valves and coils, leaks in refrigerant lines, motor, belts and pulleys, fuses, breakers

Additional Coverage can also be purchased for an additional premium

There are exclusions for each plan out there so ask questions.
A few common exclusions are filtered water towers,humidifiers, coal or wood burning equipment,fuel or propane gas storage tanks,meter boxes,data wiring

 ** Remember to read the terms and conditions page.
There may be conditions on Condos and Multi family units that each option available must be purchased separately. For leased units coverage for a home may only be available to the lessee.

 If you plan to move before your warranty expires find out if it is transferable & if it will be a fee to transfer it. If trying to sell or rent your home that may be an added bonus of why the buyer or renter should consider your home above all the others.

Do your homework before choosing a plan. Find ways to tailor that plan to fit your needs. Above all else remember you are the consumer it's your business these companies are trying to capture. Use that to your full advantage. As always be savvy not sorry!

**A few home warranty companies to start with**
             America's 2-10 warranty -www.2-10agent.com
            Old republic home warranty plan-www.orhp.com 800-445-6999
            First American Home Buyers Protection Plan-1800-992-3400

For those reading my blog I want to extend a personal thank you. Mr. Patrick who ever you are I receive you wonderful comments and want to thank you for taking the time out to express yourself on my blog.



                           


                         

Friday, August 20, 2010

10 ways to save energy in your home!


These days we all are trying to cut back on our lavish expenses and find ways to save money. Your home can be one of the best ways to do that. I am not talking about the expensive ways such as putting a solar energy roof on the home or upgrading the ac unit. Although those are great ways to save money in the long run, there are a lot of inexpensive things you and your family can do to save money now and get immediate results. Here are a few from the experts at Pepco

Set your thermostat at 68 degrees F. during the day and 60 degrees F. at night. You can save 3 percent on your heating costs for every degree you reduce the temperature below 70 degrees F. for the entire heating season. Special Advice to Heat Pump Owners: Heat pumps need to stay at a constant setting, unless you have a programmable electronic heat pump thermostat with adaptive recovery. Check with your heating or air conditioning contractor to determine the type of thermostat you have.

Keep curtains open during the day and close them at night
 
Clean or replace the filter in your forced-air heating system each month. Foam filters can be rinsed with water, but be sure they are dry before replacing. Fiberglass filters need to be replaced periodically.
 
No matter what kind of central air conditioning system you have, clean the outside condenser coil once a year. To clean, turn off the unit and spray the coils with water at a low pressure. (High water pressure may bend the fins.) Try to spray from the top of the unit down and outward.


Turn off  lights when they are not in use

Test your windows and doors for air tightness. Add weather stripping and caulk where necessary. It's low cost and can save you 10 percent or more in annual energy costs.

Get in the habit of turning off the elements or surface units on your electric stove several minutes before completing the allotted cooking time. The heating element will stay hot long enough to finish the cooking without wasting electricity.

Scrape dishes and rinse with cold water from the faucet before loading them into the dishwasher. Avoid using the dishwasher's pre-rinse cycle.

 Regularly defrost manual-defrost refrigerators and freezers. Frost buildup increases the amount of energy needed to keep the refrigerator at its proper temperature. Never allow frost to build up more than one quarter of an inch.

Install an aerator in your kitchen sink faucet.


For more ways to save visit the Pepco website a www.pepco.com





Friday, August 13, 2010

Don't jump ship because your mortgage is underwater

Drive down any city block and you will see multiple vacant homes. Many are the result of foreclosures.
The owner could not pay the mortgage so the bank took the property back. Others have been completely abandoned. It is never the owners first choice to leave there home. A home that they have worked so hard to obtain and maintain.

 A home unlike so many other purchases we make is one that we expect to get a return on. We are okay with paying a little upfront because we know in a few years our home will be our road to financial stability. Owning a home use to mean you had leverage. You could borrow against your equity to start a business, send a child through college or enhance the quality of your life on your terms.

In recent years we have watched helplessly as our biggest asset has diminished in value. Due to the economy many homeowners are suffering job loss and are unable to pay there mortgages. The first sign of trouble is when a homeowner should contact there mortgage company. However, many homeowners wait until they are completely out of options before they call.
They try and sale the home above market price which is usually what they owe on the home. They reduce the price again and again until there only option to sale is by performing a short sale. They work through numerous short sales. Giving up every tidbit of information the bank request only to secure an offer that the bank rejects. Hence the reason for abandonment.
Once the homeowner has tried unsuccessfully everything in there power to save or sell the home it begins to be overwhelming. They have tried to work it out themselves they have reached out for help through short sales now what? Refinancing is out of the question because they owe more than the home is worth. Many homeowners pack there possessions and say "Let the bank do what they will with it". "I am done!"
Abandoning the home no matter how bleak the circumstances should never be an option.

Call your bank and ask about these programs
THE HARP PROGRAM-(Home Affordable Refinancing Program)This program allows qualified borrowers to refinance a loan that is from 105 percent to as high as 125 percent of a home's value.
requirements-
Your home cannot be in foreclosure.
You may not have made any late payments in the past 12 months
It must be a Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac loan
Your eligibility is also subject to your credit score, current lender guidelines & how your loan structure is currently
With the Harp Program to be eligible you must be proactive. At the first sign of trouble you must give your lender a call.

THE HAMP PROGRAM-(HOME AFFORDABLE MODIFICATION PROGRAM)
This is for homeowners that are underwater and have delinquent payments

requirements*
The mortgage must be owned by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac or by others signed with the U.S Treasury
You must be in danger of foreclosure'

The government provides incentives for the lender to do these troubled loans. However they are not required to do them. It is at there own discretion to reject or accept these loans.

To find out more about these loans go to the making home affordable website at

Remember every solution may not be an easy one to find but giving up closes the door to finding one.
If you have any questions or need assistance contact me I am here to help






Friday, August 6, 2010

"Caveat Emptor" (Let The Buyer Beware)!

Caveat Emptor (let the buyer beware) "A warning that notifies a buyer that the goods he or she is buying are "as is," or subject to all defects.

Why is it that so many buyers by pass the home inspection one of the most important steps in the home buying process. While it is true getting a home inspection is not a mandatory step it is however a crucial one. Skipping this process can potentially put you in the hot seat with no recourse.

Buyers and sellers each have a duty in the home buying process. One of the duties of the seller is to notify the buyer of any serious defects. If the information being held by the seller would affect the buyers decision to purchase the property than the seller should inform the buyer.This allows the buyer to decide if he/she wants to move forward with the purchase of the home. The disclosures is similar to a history report for the home. If the seller has made any alterations structurally to the property, if there was past flooding, a new septic tank installed, then all of this information would be written in the disclosures and given to the buyer prior to the sale of the home. The buyers agent and the buyer would review the disclosures together and make a note of each area of concern.

(*Caveat Emptor)- These two Latin words sum up one of the duties of the buyer. The buyer should do everything in his/her power to make sure this is a good investment and not a money pit. The buyer is able to do this during the due diligence period in the contract. A reasonable due diligence period is anywhere from 7-14 days. In this time period the buyer is able to get an inspection (preferably by a licensed inspector). Have the inspector check every inch of the home from the attic to the crawl spaces. Check to make sure there was no past flooding and the basement doesn't show signs of excess moisture. A well versed inspector will already have a checklist that he/she uses. Do a Radon and mold test if that is a concern of yours. You can even have a survey performed to make sure the land being sold has no easements or encroachments. All of these test are at the buyers expense, however a little upfront cost may save you a lot on the back end. The great thing about the due diligence period is if you find something wrong with the home that is beyond repair or the seller is unwilling to fix the problem you are able to terminate the contract. As long as you are still within the due diligence period and adhering to the terms of the contract.You wouldn't buy a car without test driving it first right? Why would you gamble with one of the biggest most important assets you will ever own. Don't be Sorry be Savvy!!

If you have questions about the home inspection process Henerohe Home Inspections is a great company to talk to. To get there information give me a call or go to my website at http://www.garegallery.com/ 

Friday, July 30, 2010

Renting vs Buying...

Lately I have been receiving more and more calls where customers are asking is it better to rent or to buy. I am sure for some of you out there reading this you are saying what a crazy question "buy."  However before you can rate the question as elementary you have to put yourself in the place of that first time buyer.
Right now the economy is unstable. Many individuals feel that there jobs may be on the line and may be weeks away from getting a pink slip. They wonder where will I live if I lose my job. How will I pay my rent if I am unemployed? "There is no way I am buying a home right now". "I will continue to rent."

Other concerns first time buyers have are..
A mortgage will be to expensive and make my circumstances uncomfortable. 
Taxes and insurance how will I pay for that? Down payment and closing cost how can I afford to pay them?

While it is true you may not have to pay for taxes and insurance while renting, or pay closing or down payment cost. You are still paying just as much or more in expenses by renting but you are watching your money sink down into a bottomless pit. Each penny, nickel, dime, or dollar is one that you will spend and never recover.

Don't follow me look at it this way...
It's time to move, your landlord or leasing office requires you to pay a $50.00 application fee for each adult if not more. If you were applying for a home loan it would cost the most $10-$35 to pull your credit report.
*If your approved for the rental home or apartment the leasing agent or landlord will need a deposit, which is usually equal to the rent and then they will also require the first months rent payment. Lets just say for a 3bed /2bath in a nice neighborhood you would pay at least $850.00 to $1,000.00. A $1,000 deposit plus $1,000.00 for the rent is $2000.00 dollars just to move in. You will be moving into a rental that you won't receive tax credits on at the end of the year, you will never own and will never be able to borrow against.
If you were moving into your own home not only would you receive tax credits, each payment you make goes toward building the equity in your home. Taxes and insurance can be paid in your monthly payment not a separate payment which makes things easier for you. When you close on a home in many cases you are able to skip a month before you first payment is due. I'd like to see you do that with a rental.

There are also great programs where $100.00 is all you would pay as a down payment (HUD). Or you are allowed to receive a monetary gift from a family member to cover the down payment (FHA).
In this market you can buy a home and pay less than or equal to the amount you pay for a rental. The combination of very low interest rates and decreased sale prices on homes make this possible.
There is still the argument of what if I lose my job how will I pay my rent? If you lose your job how long will it take for the leasing office to evict you? Or will you your landlord be willing to work with you until you get on your feet? Do you see my point?
Whether your renting or a homeowner you have to pay to stay. However, as a homeowner you have options. One option being if you fall behind ask your bank about a loan modification. Where they can lower your monthly payments and put your lates on the back end of the mortgage. Most banks will work with you to help you keep your home. A leasing office or landlord may evict you and move on to the next renter. They may also slap you by reporting it to the credit bureau to make sure you never rent in this town again.

When you own your own home you can show your creative side by decorating without boundaries. Pink bedroom with light green shag carpet feels right to you, than do it. Your backyard is yours you don't have to share the cookout area with a thousand other people. No more listening to loud music all hours of the night.

Ultimately you have to do whats best for you. If after reading this renting is still where your heart is than do what makes you happy. However, my guess is that your mind is now whirling around the endless possibilities of being a homeowner. If you have additional questions please send them to me in the comment section because your question may help someone else. That is how we build strong communities by helping each other.

Friday, July 23, 2010

Teachers, Policeman, Firefighters, & EMT'S do you know about The good neighbor next door loan program?

The Good Neighbor Next Door Program is a program geared toward Public servants such as teachers, firefighters, Policeman, or EMT's which helps assist them in buying homes located in the community they work in. Public servants in these fields can receive 50% off  HUD's appraised value. These homes are located in different areas it is part of the HUD revitalization program. How do you know if your eligible? Below is the criteria taken directly from the HUD website....
You may participate in the Good Neighbor Next Door program as a law enforcement officer if you are employed full-time by a law enforcement agency of the federal government, a state, a unit of general local government, or an Indian tribal government; and, in carrying out such full-time employment, you are sworn to uphold, and make arrests for violations of, federal, state, tribal, county, township, or municipal laws.

**Teachers
You may participate in the Good Neighbor Next Door program as a Teacher if you are employed as a full-time teacher by a state-accredited public school or private school that provides direct services to students in grades pre-kindergarten through 12. In addition, the public or private school where you are employed as a teacher must serve students from the area where the home you are purchasing is located in the normal course of business.
*Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technicians
You may participate in the Good Neighbor Next Door program as a Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician if you are employed full-time as a firefighter or emergency medical technician by a fire department or emergency medical services responder unit of the federal government, a state, unit of general local government, or an Indian tribal government serving the area where the home is located.

You are able to use any financing of your choice to obtain the home. Whether it is Conventional, VA, FHA choose the one that is right for you.  HUD requires buyers to sign a second mortgage or note for the difference. Before you rule this loan out understand the second mortgage or note lies dormant. This means no payments are made on it and interest does not accrue on the second mortgage or note. Once you sell the home HUD is given the discounted portion anything over that is yours.

FYI****

You must live in the home for a mandatory 36mo. Remember the purpose of this loan is to strengthen the communities. Therefore they want these individuals to live and work in those communities.
* This loan is only for owner occupants  1-4 family unit dwellings*
* You must still put down an earnest deposit of 1% of the purchase price but it cannot be less than $500.00.
if the offer is rejected you receive the earnest money deposit back if it is accepted it goes toward your closing credits
*There are penalties for buying through this program and not being an owner occupant for 3years.
*You can pair this loan program with the 203k rehab loan program talked about in a previous blog.
* One of the best perks is down payment on a HUD HOME is just 100.00.


If you are currently working in one of these fields and would like to know more about this program or know someone that may be eligible let me know. They do so much for our communities by putting there lives on the line to protect us, Educating our children, and safeguarding us against fires and other disasters it's time to give back..

Friday, July 16, 2010

Great fix-ups that can help sell your home

There are little things that you have overlooked or simply have learned to live with when it comes to your home. Such as that leaky faucet in the bathroom or that outdated wall paper in the dining rm. This may have been okay in the past but with so much competition out there the only way to sell is to make your home standout from the crowd.
One of the absolute best and cheapest way to do this is to clean your home thoroughly. Shampoo rugs and wipe all the walls don't forget the baseboards. Clean drapery or blinds and wash all windows. Mop all floors and remove all grime and scum from the bathrooms.

In addition to cleaning try these do it yourself projects
* Fill all pot holes in your driveway and tidy up walkways
* Repair any shutters and broken windows
* Fix doorbells and make sure all alarms are in working order
* Keep all counter tops clear of clutter but not empty.
* Completely degrease your oven. 
* Clean out the garages and closets nothing is more appealing to a buyer than a spacious home.
* Keep shades open as much as possible as long as there is an attractive view. for the natural light to flow through your home.
* Arrange your furniture so that it is easy to walk through each room.
* Scale back on excess photos, signs, and wall hangings. However, don't put them all away I am a firm believer that a home should feel warm and symbols of love should adorn the walls and furniture. 
* Remove debris and dust from corners and light fixtures.
* Spruce up around the home by cutting your lawn, planting flowers and tending to any cracks, holes, and throw out unwanted extras such as old outdoor furniture. 
* Place plants in strategic spots in any room the bigger and more colorful the better.
Remember the key is not to go broke trying to sale your home but to make more appealing to buyers so you are able to sale for what your home is really worth.For great tips contact me to sign up for my Lowes newsletter it's absolutely free and contains lots of great do it yourself projects to enhance the beauty of your home.

Friday, July 9, 2010

The Fha 203k Loan Program is it the right loan for you?

You found the perfect neighborhood for your family. The school district is superb and it's a short walk to a beautiful park. There are loads of stores and a gym nearby. The major highways are very conveniently located just a mile and half down the road. However, there is one thing missing the perfect home within that subdivision. The only home still available for purchase in that neighborhood is a home that was vandalized. The copper ripped from the walls, flooring and walls have holes and show signs of water damage, the ac unit has been stolen,cabinets in the kitchen are completely destroyed and the home looks as if it is beyond repair. There in the mist of all that disarray is the perfect home for the FHA 203K LOAN.
The 203k loan is a renovation loan. Most of you may have heard it referred to as the rehab loan. The beauty of this loan is if a dwelling has 10% of its remaining structure still standing than it is a potential candidate for this loan.
Eligible properties for this loan are
*Single Family Detached -Primary Residences
*Condos- some requirements with condos
*2-4 unit Unit Primary Residences
*PUD- 1 Unit

Some great features are-
FHA loans are assumable
if you don't have credit scores they can still build alternative credit by using the following trade lines gas bill or other as long as it has been consistent for two years, car insurance and cell phone bills that have been current for 12mo as well as 12mo good leasing history.
even after you close on your home you first payment is not due until 60 days after the home has been completed and you have moved in.
There are no reserve requirements
FHA allows for grants, gifts, and community 2nds that can cover down payment, closing cost and pre-paids
low credit score requirements
low down payment cost about 3.5% of total price.

There are special conditions for this loan on eligible properties
the FHA 203k does not cover luxury items such as gazebos, hot tubs, pools or alteration to support commercial use. Remember this is FHA (owner occupant residential dwelling only)
All work has to be performed by a licensed contractor.
Total cost of improvements is determined in an itemized estimate done by HUD-trained consultants

*Self help is allowed (you doing the work yourself and receiving the funds to complete the work)
however you must be a licensed contractor.
With the self help option there are other rules that apply as well such as a 20% contingency is added (padded cost for the unexpected) it is 10% if the work is being performed by a licensed contractor other than you.
The self help candidate must include labor in repair cost. This ensures you getting paid for your efforts.

If you would like to know more about the FHA 203K rehab loan you can visit the hud website www.hud.gov
you can also contact Sonia Fears a Bank Of America Retail Sales Manager at
sonia.fears@bankofamerica.com

this could be yours!
695 Dot Dr. Atlanta Ga 30349

Friday, July 2, 2010

TAX CREDIT EXTENDED UNTIL 9/30/2010

The tax credit has been extended for those who have ratified contracts in place as of April 30, 2010 but were unable to close by the June 30th deadline. Short sales may be one of the reasons why some of the buyers were unable to meet the deadline. These sales can take as long as 120 days to close. In most cases the buyer is made to wait helplessly on the sidelines until the the bank has completed there evaluation. This ext stems from the 2009 Tax Credit that was originally issued. The highlights of the tax credit are as followed.....
* You must buy or enter into a binding contract to buy a principal residence on or before April 30th 2010. The home must close before June 30th 2010. (Which has now been extended until September 30, 2010).
*To be considered a first time homebuyer you or your spouse must not have purchased a home 3 years prior to the date of purchase.
*First time buyer maximum credit is $8000. If this is your second home the maximum credit you would receive is 6500
*To be considered a longtime homebuyer you and your spouse (if married) must have owned the home as a principle residence for 5 consecutive years out of an 8 year period.

Although this extension rules out any homebuyers that have just jumped into the market to purchase a home keep in mind this is a great time to buy. Interest rates are still holding steady at the lowest they have been in years. Being able to qualify for a bigger home, with lower payments because interest rates are at there lowest may be the best credit you can receive in the long run.

For more information on how to apply for your credit after you have purchased your home visit the IRS website at http://www.irs.gov/

Friday, June 25, 2010

THE SHORTSALE PROCESS

Short sales have become more common in today's economy. The length of these sales can vary from 60-120 days in some cases. A short sale is defined as a lender taking what is less than owed on the subject property to settle a debt. This is ideal for the seller because it allows the seller to avoid the credit damage that is associated with most foreclosures.

To initiate the short sale process the seller must contact there lender and explain the hardship. The lender may ask a series of qualifying questions to make sure you are eligible to do a short sale. Once the lender has determined that you are a candidate for this process you will be guided through the short sale process.

The lender will require you to submit the following information. A hardship letter explaining why you you need to do a short sale. You will be asked to give them recent bank statements,w-2 forms or tax records for the past 2 years, checks stubs if you are currently employed and proof that your home is currently on the market for sale with an agent.

Once you receive an offer on the property with copy of the buyers proof of funds the realtor will submit the offer to your bank as well as a HUD or net to seller sheet. Both of these documents can be provided by either your realtor or the closing attorney. This completes the documents the lender will ask for.
The lender conducts an appraisal or what is know as a BPO (BROKERS PRICE OPINION) on the property to get a ballpark value. This is known as market value. The lender will compile all the information gathered analyze it.
The lender can either accept the terms of the contract or negotiate the terms once he has analyzed all the data. Once the buyer and the lender for the seller has come to an agreement on the terms of the sale the lender will issue an approval letter. The closing attorney will use this letter to draft the final HUD statement and prepare to close the loan.
 Short sales are often sold as-is and w/o a home warranty due to the hardship of the owner. It is beneficial for a buyer to conduct a home inspection.

Before deciding to do a short sale one should speak with a tax preparer and seek legal advice.

If you have questions about the short sale process please feel free to contact me.

Morrishia Dooley
678-886-8353
dooleymorr26@yahoo.com

Friday, June 18, 2010

HUD HOMES 101

Hud homes are homes that have been acquired by the U.S DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT. These home can range from a wide variety of improvement needs. Some may be in a great state of repair, while others need just a lttle tlc. These properties are single family residences such as condos or homes. Many investors by these homes cheap repair them and resale them at a higher price. Buyers are able to qualify for a home that is usually below the normal market value making the buyers purchase power greater. In other words a typical buyer purchasing a hud  home can more than likely qualify for a bigger house at a cheaper price than a lot of the homes currently on the market.  Teachers and police officers have an opportunity to buy hud homes usually around 50% off of the sale price.


Hud homes are very popular buys because of this most buyers that want to purchase a hud home go through a bidding process where you are competing with other interested parties. The best and highest offer for the seller is usually the winner.


*A buyer beware for those interested in HUD Homes is that these homes are sold AS-IS. What this means to you is what you see or don't see is what you get. So if you have never been through the process of buying a HUD home you definitely should seek the advice and aid of a licensed Realtor.


To purchase a HUD  home you must show proof that your able to buy. The seller will normally require a lenders letter stating you are able to qualify for a loan. Or you can buy the property in cash. The seller may request for you send a copy of your bank statements,  a letter signed by your banker, or deposit slips to prove you are able to purchase the property in cash.


You can find HUD homes for sale through your Real Estate Agent or on the Multiple Listing Service.
If you have questions or comments about HUD Homes or how you can purchase one feel free to contact me on my blog or my email address at
morrishiadooley@gmail.com