Are There Alternatives to Foreclosure I Should Look Into?
It can be difficult to think of foreclosure as a reality. When the economy is going through tough times, we feel it, and it can spell disaster and heart break for families that are threatened with foreclosure. However, there are several alternatives to foreclosure that you may want to look into. H ...
Can Florida Mortgage Brokers Charge an Application Fee Under Florida Law?
The answer in one word: Yes. The Florida Department of Banking and Finance in Tallahassee handles all aspects and areas of the mortgage license laws in Florida. In July 1992, the most current regulations regarding Mortgage Brokers in Florida became effective, and they affect anyone who solicit ...
I Negotiated a Loan Modification With a Company in California and Paid an Up-Front Fee for Its Service. I Was Reading About the Companies in Florida That are Being Sued For Charging These Fees. Does the Law Only Apply to Florida Companies?
Certain laws and regulations can get buried, forgotten and overlooked in the midst of financial crisis and/or management. Most people are unfamiliar with certain real estate laws until their finances or their property is in jeopardy. Here’s what you need to know about up-front fees for loan modifi ...
How to Avoid Real Estate Scams
No one wants to find themselves in this kind of situation: the victim of fraud, theft, manipulation. But unfortunately scammers are out there, and able to take advantage of unsuspecting people. Real estate scammers are among the biggest problem in today’s market. Let’s take a look at some of the sca ...
