⁣Ok, today we are going to talk about how to convert a construction loan into a traditional mortgage… If you’re planning to build a house or do a major renovation, you usually can’t qualify for a traditional mortgage because there’s no existing home to use as collateral. What you need is a construction loan, which is based on the projected future value of the completed property. Generally, construction loans are interest-only while the house is being built. Then when construction is complete, you refinance into a regular mortgage. Here’s how the process works…⁣… ⁣If you are looking for a loan consultant in Maitland call us at, 615-509-0881.

⁣Welcome to Real Estate Marketing Sin #5. "I know that 50% of my advertising is wasted... I just don't know which half!" - John Wanamaker There's nothing worse than spending money on a marketing campaign and not knowing whether it worked or not. It's even worse when you continue to spend money on a marketing campaign that you think is working, but really isn't. There's only one thing worse than moving in the wrong direction, and that's moving in the wrong direction enthusiastically! Here's the only way to invest in your marketing efforts with confidence and sustainability....⁣For more information call us at, 661-992-7005

⁣Ok, today we are going to talk about what a force majeure clause is and where or not it applies to your mortgage… “Force majeure” is French for superior force. It’s a term used in legal documents that can sometimes let a person or business get out of a contract. Here’s what you need to know and when it could apply to you…⁣… ⁣If you are looking for a loan consultant in Maitland call us at, 615-509-0881.

⁣Today we are going to talk about how to buy a house that’s not on the market… In a competitive real estate market, it may be difficult to find the house you’re looking for. And when you finally find it, you could be outbid by another buyer. That’s why many buyers are looking for homes BEFORE they’re listed. Here’s how to buy a house that’s not yet listed on the market…⁣… ⁣If you are looking for a loan consultant in Maitland call us at, 615-509-0881.

⁣ Ok, today we are going to talk about what cash reserves are and why you need them to buy a home… When buying a house, most people only think about saving enough to cover a down payment and closing costs. But lenders like to see more than that. Borrowers who have additional “cash reserves” are considered lower risk and are more likely to be approved for financing at the lowest possible rate. So, what are “cash reserves” and how can they benefit you? Take a look…⁣… ⁣If you are looking for a loan consultant in Maitland call us at, 615-509-0881.

⁣Ok, today we are going to talk about how to finance a new home build… If you’re looking for a home that offers the latest energy efficiencies, low maintenance costs, and every amenity and convenience your family desires, maybe you should consider building new. Just keep in mind that financing new construction is a little more complicated. Here’s what you need to know…⁣… ⁣If you are looking for a loan consultant in Maitland call us at, 615-509-0881.

⁣Ok, today we are going to cover 5 tips for buying a condo… Millions of people have either decided that condo living suits their budget and lifestyle better than single-family homeownership, or they purchase condos as an investment, second home, or vacation property. There are important differences between buying a home and buying a condo. So, before you make an offer… Here are 5 tips for buying a condo…⁣… ⁣If you are looking for a loan consultant in Maitland call us at, 615-509-0881.

⁣Ok, today we are going to talk about real estate planning and why it’s necessary… You don’t have to be wealthy to have an estate plan. No matter who you are, you probably have possessions you’d like your children to have once you’re gone. And you definitely want to have a say in who will take care of your kids if you die before your time. Here are 4 reasons why you should start thinking about estate planning today…⁣… ⁣If you are looking for a loan consultant in Maitland call us at, 615-509-0881.

⁣ Ok, today we are going to talk about three things you need to know before you borrow from your home equity… Accessing your home equity through a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or cash-out refinance can be an affordable way to pay for renovations or education. Here are 3 things you need to know before applying for a HELOC…⁣… ⁣If you are looking for a loan consultant in Maitland call us at, 615-509-0881.

⁣ Ok, today we are going to talk about the pros and cons for buying a house verses building new… Deciding whether to buy an existing house or build a brand new one can be complicated. There are so many factors to consider. Here’s a list of pros and cons for both building new and buying an existing home…⁣… ⁣If you are looking for a loan consultant in Maitland call us at, 615-509-0881.

⁣Ok, today we are going to talk about how you can buy a home without visiting it in person… Today, more buyers are making offers on homes sight unseen. Reasons for this could include: • Being too busy for physical shopping • Living on the other side of the country • Feeling totally comfortable with online purchases • Preferring the safety of physical distance Here are 6 tips for buying a house sight unseen…⁣… ⁣If you are looking for a loan consultant in Maitland call us at, 615-509-0881.

⁣Ok, today we are going to talk about when it’s acceptable to back out of an offer and how to do it… It’s only natural to have second thoughts after making a major decision. But if your offer to buy a house is accepted and THEN you decide to back out of it, things can get a little complicated. It’s definitely possible, but it can be expensive and create legal issues. Here are some things to consider…⁣… ⁣If you are looking for a loan consultant in Maitland call us at, 615-509-0881.

⁣ Ok, today we are going to talk about how to build your savings up FAST! Have an unexpected financial need? Rather than borrowing or putting it on your credit card—which just makes your financial situation worse—consider accelerated saving. Here are 7 ways to accelerate your savings…⁣… ⁣If you are looking for a loan consultant in Maitland call us at, 615-509-0881.

⁣Ok, today we are going to talk about how to furnish your home on a budget… If you’ve just bought a home, you may feel pressured to furnish the whole thing all at once, which can be expensive. But there are many ways to moderate costs. Here are 6 tips for furnishing your home on a budget…⁣… ⁣If you are looking for a loan consultant in Maitland call us at, 615-509-0881.

⁣Ok, today we are going to talk about when the best days and months of the year are to list your home… If you’re thinking of selling your home, there’s never a bad time of year, but there certainly are perks to selling in the spring. Spring is usually the best time of year, and a recent survey gets even more specific, providing the best time to list, right down to time of day. Check it out to learn more…⁣… ⁣If you are looking for a loan consultant in Maitland call us at, 615-509-0881.

⁣Here's an interesting question for you.... What’s the #1 factor that separates Top-Producers from the mediocre majority? Chances are you already intuitively know the answer. It's all about how they invest their time! You see, everyone has 24 hours per day. The difference between the top achievers and all the rest is how they use it. Here's how Top-Producers use their time...⁣For more information call us at, 214-354-7891.

⁣With few exceptions, some of the first words we learn as kids are “Please” and “Thank you”. As parents, we're constantly reminding our kids to say these words because as a culture, we tend to be repelled by people who lack social graces. If showing appreciation is such an integral part of human interaction, how might you use appreciation to differentiate yourself and improve your marketing results? Here's how...⁣For more information call us at, 214-354-7891.

⁣Have you ever wondered why some Realtors® quickly skyrocket to success while the majority continues to struggle just to eke out a meager existence? We all know everyone has access to the same MLS marketing tools, so why such a disparity in results? Is the difference found in their education, intelligence, skills, timing, work habits, contacts or luck? The answer to this mystery is actually no mystery at all. If you dig down to the root cause of their success, you’ll invariably find that the common denominator of success in each and every Top Producer lies in their MINDSET or their UNIQUE WAY OF THINKING. Here are ten ways Top-Producers think differently than all the rest… ⁣For more information call us at, 214-354-7891.

⁣Before we get into today's tip, let me ask you a couple questions... Do ever feel AWKWARD when trying to ask for referrals? Do you think you might ask for referrals more CONSISTENTLY if you had a more elegant, graceful and effective way of going about it? What if I could provide you with the exact same script that helped a financial planner in the little obscure town of Weirton, West Virginia, build a multi-million dollar business? Here's the million dollar referral script... ⁣For more information call us at, 214-354-7891.

⁣I’m curious to know your thoughts on this… What would you say is the #1 biggest challenge every real estate agent faces? Is it the economy, home values, mortgage rates, inventory? Well, after extensive research, we discovered that the single most important factor to your success in any market is shockingly different than what most agents think. Here’s what we discovered…⁣For more information call us at, 214-354-7891.