Mortgages & Creative Financing Nov 23, 2019 5 Investment Property Finance Tips to Help You Get the Financing You Need By Mark Fitzpatrick Financing investment properties is a whole different animal than funding a primary residence. Get the tips you need to grow your portfolio here. Read more →
Real Estate Investing Basics Jul 28, 2019 What Is a Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI) and How Is It Calculated? By Mark Fitzpatrick Wondering what a debt-to-income ratio is and how to calculate it? If you’re looking to qualify for a loan, be sure to read this article first! Read more →
Mortgages & Creative Financing Jan 24, 2017 The “3 Cs” Every Lender Examines Before Approving Your Mortgage By Mark Fitzpatrick The links to third-party products and services on this page are affiliate links, meaning that BiggerPockets may earn a commission (at no additional cost to you) if you click through and make... Read more →
Mortgages & Creative Financing Jan 11, 2017 Should I Refinance My Mortgage Even if It Only Saves Me $50/Month? By Mark Fitzpatrick Does it make sense to refinance your mortgage if you are only saving a small amount a month, like $50? The best way to answer this... Read more →
Mortgages & Creative Financing Dec 24, 2016 The Homestyle Renovation Mortgage: How to Use it to Fund Fixer-Upper Houses By Mark Fitzpatrick The Fannie Mae HomeStyle Renovation mortgage program is a popular choice with home buyers. This program is different than the Fannie Mae HomePath Loan and is a convenient and economical way to m... Read more →
Mortgages & Creative Financing Dec 21, 2016 9 Red Flags Underwriters Notice When You Apply for an FHA Loan for Your Flip By Mark Fitzpatrick Interested in getting an FHA loan for a home that may be a “flip” home? Be ready for the underwriter reviewing your file to scrutinize the property more closely. Related: Read more →
Mortgages & Creative Financing Dec 20, 2016 Should You Refinance Your Mortgage? Consider This. By Mark Fitzpatrick Most people have heard the old rule of thumb that it takes a 1% drop in your interest rate before a mortgage refinance is the smart play. This rule has been passed on by countless personal finan... Read more →
Mortgages & Creative Financing Dec 15, 2016 8 Important Credit Report Dos And Don’ts When Qualifying for a Home Loan By Mark Fitzpatrick The links to third-party products and services on this page are affiliate links, meaning that BiggerPockets may earn a commission (at no additional cost to you) if you click through and make... Read more →
Mortgages & Creative Financing Dec 07, 2016 Applying for a Mortgage Loan? Do These 3 Things Ahead of Time. By Mark Fitzpatrick There’s no question that applying for a home loan can be a paperwork intensive process. If you’re in the market to refinance or purc... Read more →
Mortgages & Creative Financing Nov 30, 2016 Recently Self-Employed? What You Should Know Before Applying for a New Mortgage By Mark Fitzpatrick In this day and age, many people are opting to start their own businesses. If you’ve recently moved from W2 status to self-employed and are planning to take advantage of today’s low Read more →
Mortgages & Creative Financing Nov 14, 2016 How to Grow Your Income Property Portfolio with Owner-Occupied Financing By Mark Fitzpatrick If you’re in the position to take advantage of it, owner-occupied financing can be an incredible way to build your portfolio. Here’s how. Read more →
Business Management Apr 23, 2014 What You Don’t Know Could Cost You! Here’s How to Shop For Mortgage Rates The Smart Way! By Mark Fitzpatrick It’s always a good idea to shop at least a few different lenders to compare mortgage rate quotes, right? After all, a mortgage is a big financial commitment, and shopping around for a bet... Read more →