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Transfers or Assigments of Mortgages

Erin received a notice from her mortgage company in the mail. The notice explained that her mortgage company had sold her mortgage loan, along with many others, to another mortgage company. The notice explained where Erin...

Falling Behind on Your Mortgage Payments

Many circumstances can cause a borrower to fall behind in his or her mortgage payments. Such circumstances include:

unemployment;
divorce; and
disability.

While a...

Mortgage Loans with Balloon Payments

Jed needed money to make some home improvements. His plan was to update the kitchen and to add a garage. Jed didn't have enough money in savings to pay for the improvements outright, so he decided to apply for a home equity...

Legal Research on Real Estate Law

Today, more so than ever before, non-lawyers have occasion to conduct legal research. A question involving real estate law may provide such an opportunity. The process can be quite daunting. A few tips to help a non-lawyer get...

Whether to Rent or Buy a Home

Should You Rent Or Buy Your Home?

At some point, most individuals consider the issue of renting a home versus buying a home. It is a big decision with far-reaching financial implications. As part...