Showing posts with label Florida Mortgage Broker. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Florida Mortgage Broker. Show all posts

March 21, 2008

Florida Mortgage | Foreign National Buyers shift Target Focus

Due to the dwindling availability of loan products and lenders for Foreign Nationals to purchase property in Florida, many Foreign National Real Estate Buyers in the US are having to change their focus... both in property and investment type.

Foreign Nationals will soon see the targets of their purchases changing from the traditional Second Home or Vacation Property to different investment grade properties and other ventures in Real Estate.

Foreign Buyers may have to join forces and form Syndicates in order to purchase commercial properties with higher price tags.  Higher prices coupled with higher cash flows will be attractive to Foreign Nationals who are investment minded.

Another option that exists for Foreign Nationals that are simply focused on the returns they could achieve in Real Estate Investments in the US might look to get involved with a Real Estate Developer.

Providing Equity and Operational Funds for a Developer looking to get a Residential or Commercial Real Estate Development Project off the ground would provide Foreign Investors with an investment term of typically 2-5 years during which time interest would be earned and a portion of the profits of the project would be shared.

Foreign Nationals may also buy wholesale pre-construction units to help a developer achieve their vital pre-sale requirements for a lender.  These units would then be re-sold in the development's inventory with a premium paid back to the original purchaser.

For the full article with more choices for Foreign National Real Estate investors follow this link -o-> Foreign National Buyers shift Target Focus


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David A. Podgursky, MBA
TheMortgageGoToGuy!!

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Mortgage Loans in Florida

December 20, 2007

Florida Foreign National Investors | Short Term Rental Permits increase the value of your investment property

Foreign Nationals looking to purchase 2nd home and investment properties in Florida need to look no further than the availability for Short Term Rental Permits if they want to have the ability to rent out their condominium, single family house, or townhouse when they are not using it much like they would find in a Condo-Hotel/Condotel.

Many cities have created a licensure process for property owners and developers that will allow a property to be rented more than once within a year and with rental commitments/leases as short as a few days to a few months.

For instance, in Clearwater Florida, all short term rentals must be registered and licensed with the city. The purpose of licensure is to ensure a safe community and to enforce minimum housing and development standards. The property is also required to maintain an occupational license, thus paying additional taxes to the city.

The information about the Clearwater Florida code is available at www.MyClearwater.com or directly by following this link -o-> LINK.

For more information about Foreign National Investments in Florida follow this link -o-> Florida Foreign National Investors Short Term Rental Permits are Key



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David A. Podgursky, MBA
TheMortgageGoToGuy.com
Your Source for Residential, Commercial, Investment and Relocation Mortgages in Florida

December 11, 2007

Florida Mortgage | Subprime Bailout ~ Preliminary views of the plan

I had to at least make a mention of the new plan to bail out the Subprime Mess and I was in a Clint Eastwood Western sort of mentality. So, I will relate my feelings to the Good the Bad and The Ugly.

I think that in all, it will help some people... but I just don't believe the way that things are being carried out are in the best interest of the masses for more than one reason.

The Good - There are a lot of loans that are about to jump, some even double. This Congressional Bailout of these borrowers will help those people who are about to get a shock... a BIG shock.

The Bad - OK... so these borrowers have some relief.

Now the big test is will they learn their lesson from the scare and start a financial plan to get themselves on track for the big three issues for a loan application so that they can refinance in the future.

They need to work on:

  • Credit
  • Income
  • Assets
  • Also - Equity

The Ugly - now this is where I'm going to be bordering on ranting.

Congressman Barney Frank - are you reading this??

This plan is by far one of the most dangerous pieces of legislation in US History. This was bred from ignorance and arrogance.

I do not care how bad this problem is or will become...

The Mortgage Industry is built upon the freely moving, market driven Mortgage Backed Securities Market. Rates, programs, etc are all based on this FREE market that is without government interference!

The US Government has NO business regulating this market and industry in anyway.

YES! The Homeowners are hurting... but they have been in this position for at least a year and have heard enough news that this storm was coming. Ohh... now I'm unpopular...

But... there are investors around the world who bought into these investments. They made the decision to back risky mortgages and who's right is it to tell them that they do not deserve the returns that they signed up for??

No ones! Especially not the Federal Government of the United States.

For the FULL ARTICLE follow this link to -o-> Florida Mortgage Subprime Bailout ~ Preliminary views of the plan



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David A. Podgursky, MBA
TheMortgageGoToGuy.com
Your Source for Residential, Commercial, Investment and Relocation Mortgages in Florida

October 8, 2007

Florida Mortgage | Purchase or Refinanace now and save Money at closing

So you're finally purchasing that new home since the price is down or your ARM Loan's Adjustable Rate is about to jump so you're going to finally get a new mortgage. Well, you are in luck if you are going to start your transaction right now!

Why? This is the ideal time of year to start the process of a Mortgage.

In Florida, property taxes are paid in arrears. This means you pay at the end of the year for the prior year. (Insurance is paid in advance, you pay your policy to cover you for the upcoming year) Also, you receive a 4% discount for paying your annual property taxes in November.

So if you close on a mortgage in August, September or October, you end up paying an entire year of property taxes at the closing table! With Florida property values and our crazy tax system, this can be a hefty sum. On top of this, you have to "seed" your escrow accounts with approximately 2 months of payments for taxes and escrows.

To learn how your mortgage broker can help you save money at the closing table, follow this link to my main website to read all about it:

Florida Mortgage Refinance ~ Purchase ; Money Saving Tips



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David A. Podgursky, MBA
TheMortgageGoToGuy.com
Your Source for Residential, Commercial, Investment and Relocation Mortgages in Florida

September 3, 2007

Florida Mortgage | Fixed Rate with Interest Only

Adjustable Rate Mortgages (ARM) are not very unpopular right now thanks to the media bashing them. To make things worse, they currently (August 31, 2007) have higher rates than Fixed Rate Mortgages. This poses a problem for people that want a lower payment but now are demanding the secure rate of a Fixed Rate Mortgage.

The answer to this problem is found in Hyrbid Mortgages. These loans combine the security of a long-term rate with a lower payment in the early stages of the loan.

My favorite Hybrid Mortgage program is a 30 year Fixed Rate with 10 years or 15 years of Interest Only.... hence the Hybrid moniker.

The Features of the 30 year Fixed with Interest Only are:

  • Lower payments than traditional 30yr Fixed
  • Longer Interest Only period than most people remain in the same property
  • Pairs great with any Mortgage Pay-off Program

Whatever your strategy is with your Mortgage Plan, this is Hybrid 30yr Fixed Rate Mortgage is a great loan to consider!

For more features and benefits, read more at: Florida Mortgage Fixed Rate Loans with Interest Only Option

To purchase or refinance with this Mortgage today, contact your favorite Mortgage Broker Today!



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David A. Podgursky, MBA
The Mortgage Go To Guy!!
Your Source for Residential, Commercial, Investment, and Relocation Mortgages in Florida