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Gaia Real Estate Acquires 708 Units
Tips on How to Shop for the Best Mortgage Rate
Joe Nocera: Is race a factor in NCAA scandals?
New Home Builders in Las Vegas - Las Vegas Real Estate Authority
Relocating to Las Vegas NV - Las Vegas Real Estate Authority
Las Vegas homes for sale - HUD - Townhome with over 3000 Sq. Ft.
Forecast for steady growth, but no boom in home sales
Brokerages dabble in property management at their own risk
Housing starts rise to highest level in 4 years

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 02:41 PM PST

HOUSTON-The New York buyer adds the 408-unit Steeples Apartments and the 300-unit Township Apartments in Humble, TX, to its portfolio.

Tips on How to Shop for the Best Mortgage Rate

Posted: 21 Nov 2012 12:35 AM PST

A mortgage on your home means that you will pay back your loan to the lender with interest. It's always a smart decision for anybody looking for a loan or mortgage to get the best possible deal on their collateral. It would be stressful to end up with a mortgage that could bury you in interest rates even larger than the amount of your loan.

The best deals don't usually come to you, most of the time you have to go around and look for them. There are ways on how to get the best deal on your mortgage, here are some of them:

Spread the Word

One effective way of landing on a great deal is if lenders are aware that you are indeed looking for one. Time is always precious, so they won't spend time on just anybody looking for a deal if they feel that you're not serious about getting one. Let them know that you are in the market for a great deal and be willing to share the best option you've heard so far. You could even convince a lender or two to waive some fees for you or even cut some points off the interest rate.

Lay Your Cards on the Table

There are some things that you would be sharing with your potential lenders for a pre-approved mortgage. Gather up all the data you'll need before you sit down with one of them. Laying all your cards on the table will make it easier for your lender to get a clear picture on your financial situation.

• You will need to tell them about your current income to give them an idea of what you can afford.
• They will also need to know your credit score. If you have no idea on where you stand, when it comes to your credit score, you could always go online and use some free tools to help you get a ballpark figure. They may not actually give you the exact digits but it's more or less close to your value.
• Let them know if you have other obligations. This can even help you get comparisons later on.

Make your Pros and Cons List

It's easier to make comparisons of what each lender has to offer if you could see them on paper. It gives you a clearer perspective. It's hard to miss on great deal especially if you can see every bit of detail right in front of you.

Joe Nocera: Is race a factor in NCAA scandals?

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 06:44 PM PST

The New York Times columnist ask if it's more than coincidence that the NCAA's high-profile investigations, such as the one that led to UCLA basketball player Shabazz Muhammad's suspension, always seem to involve African-American athletes.

New Home Builders in Las Vegas - Las Vegas Real Estate Authority

Posted: 19 Nov 2012 05:49 PM PST

Should You Go It Alone When Buying from A New Home Builders in Las Vegas? "If I'm buying a new house directly from the builder, why do I Realtor?"

Relocating to Las Vegas NV - Las Vegas Real Estate Authority

Posted: 18 Nov 2012 05:58 PM PST

Relocating to Las Vegas NV! You have made the exciting determination Relocating to Las Vegas NV, one of many fastest-growing cities in the nation.

Las Vegas homes for sale - HUD - Townhome with over 3000 Sq. Ft.

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 01:49 PM PST

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