The two most important financial metrics which mortgage companies consider when deciding whether to qualify you for a commercial or residential loan are your credit score and your debt-to-income (DT) ratio. A high credit score can help to offset issues with your debt-to-income ratio. But if your DTI ratio is particularly high, that can still […]
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Common Commercial Loan Mistakes to Avoid
In the process of applying for a commercial real estate loan, and want to give yourself the best chances of approval? Then you need to try and avoid making common mistakes when choosing a Florida commercial lender and applying for a suitable loan. Let’s go over some of those possible mistakes now. 1. Not having […]
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How Can You Apply for a Home Loan Without a W-2 or Tax Return?
Do you own your own business, work as a freelancer, or make most of your money through investments? If so, you may scratch your head at the traditional loan application paperwork requirements. How are you supposed to prove your income if you do not have a W-2? And what if your tax return isn’t an […]
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Why Invest in US Property as a Foreign National?
As a foreign national thinking about investing in residential or commercial real estate in Florida, you can look forward to many potential advantages from your investment. Below are some of the benefits of purchasing property in the US as a foreign national. 1. Diversify your real estate holdings. When you purchase property in the US […]
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What Do Commercial Lenders Look for When Approving Loans?
Whether you are trying to obtain a multifamily loan, a vacant land loan, a construction loan, commercial aircraft financing, or any other type of commercial lending product, it helps to know what considerations are important to lenders before you apply. Following are some of the criteria you should be aware of. One of the prime […]
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Mortgage Calculator in Miami
As you prepare to take out a home loan in Miami or the surrounding area, one of your primary considerations is going to be how you can save as much money as possible over the lifetime of your mortgage. Here at Lending Bankers Mortgage, we strive to help our customers to pay off their mortgages […]
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Steps to Take Before Applying for a Stated Income Loan
Over the past few years, stated income loans have become popular both in Florida and throughout the country. Stated income loans allow you to apply without providing a W-2 or tax returns to prove your income. You are taken “at your word,” though you typically need to show your income through bank statements. Who uses […]
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Foreign National Loan FAQ’s
If you are thinking about purchasing property in the US as a foreign national, you likely have a lot of questions about how the lending system in the States works. In the FAQ’s below, we will attempt to provide simple, straightforward answers to some frequently asked questions. Q: Can a foreign national purchase property in […]
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Condotel Financing FAQ
Interest is growing rapidly in condotel financing. But while more and more borrowers are considering investing in condotels, many have questions about the entire concept. Below, you can discover answers to some of the most frequently asked questions on condotel loans. Q: What exactly is a condotel? A: A condotel is a condo unit which […]
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What to Look for When Buying a Condotel
If you plan to purchase a condotel, Miami is certainly the right place for it. In fact, few other locations can compete in terms of sheer numbers; they are very popular in this part of the world. Condotels are a new concept to a lot of real estate investors, so you probably have a lot […]
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