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Loan Modification Tips and Tricks to Deal With Your Lender (Page 1 of 3)

July 12, 2020   Auto Loans

Loan Modification Tips and Tricks to Deal With Your Lender By Moe Bedard of www.LoanSafe.org

Are you having trouble with your mortgage? Has it adjusted and you cannot afford the new payment? Were you placed into a bad loan and you can’t refinance into a good one?

The first thing that a homeowner should do is identify that the mortgage on their current property is a lawful one. Meaning that there are no Truth in Lending Act Violations or RESPA violations and there wasn’t fraud involved on behalf of the lender or broker that originated your loan. When you are trying to stop foreclosure, you need to have as much ammo as you can to go up against your lender.

With that said, let’s go over some essential tips that might help you save your home.

1 Homeowner Tip = Have an experienced mortgage attorney examine your loan documents for these potential violations.

2 Homeowner Tip The homeowner needs a complete written life of loan history to see all the bogus charges and fees included in their mortgage balance. Also, the homeowner should make sure that any inflated appraisal and/or loss of property value is calculated into the workout.

Red Flags and Things to Look Out For in Your Loan:

Start by comparing the loan you got with the one you thought you were getting. Are the terms the same? That is, is your Annual Percentage Rate (“APR”) the same as the one you were quoted? Are your total monthly payments the same as you were told they would be? Is there a prepayment penalty, and if so, were you told about this prepayment penalty?

If you have refinanced your primary residence, that is, the home your currently live in, then the first thing you should look at is the “notice of Right to Cancel” which is also called the Three Day Right of Rescission. You usually has three days after signing loan documents to change your mind and cancel the loan.

The borrower must be told of this right in writing.

If the creditor fails to properly provide notice of this right to cancel, the right of rescission may be extended for up to three years.

When the right is extended for three years you can rescind the loan at any time before three years, meaning that the loan is treated as if it never existed. Essentially, you become entitled to all profits made by the creditor as a result of this loan. This means that the creditor must refund all interest paid, all closing fees, all broker fees, and even pay for your attorney fees. As you can imagine, this amount can be quite significant.

The extended right of rescission is a powerful tool to help borrowers who have been victims of predatory lending, and helping our clients exercise this right is often the first step in holding a creditor responsible for illegal behavior.

If it is determined that no laws have been violated on your mortgage, then it’s time to approach your lender for a possible loan workout or loan modification.

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About Bad Credit Credit Card Online Applications

June 21, 2020   Loan Tips

Getting a credit card these days is certainly a lot easier that it was years ago. Today, applying for a credit card is often done through the internet, where a card holder can fill-out and submit his application without even leaving his desk.

Getting an approval is just as easy especially if you have a good to excellent credit. Seconds or minutes after submitting your online application, you can expect to get a response right away. After getting approved, it usually takes only 5-7 banking days to receive your credit card by mail. Even those with bad credit history don’t need to have a difficult time applying for a credit card. Credit card issuers have created bad credit credit cards that are especially designed for customers with less-than-perfect credit. Secured credit cards offer customers the chance to rebuild or repair their damaged credit by using the card and submitting their payments on time. In fact, even those with no credit history at all can qualify for a secured credit card to start building credit.

Apply with Caution Since applying and getting approved for a credit card is so easy, consumers are advised to spend more time in studying their choices. There is literally hundreds of choices of credit cards that are available in the market. But of course, not all credit cards offer a good deal. As a consumer, it is up to you to find the right credit card that suits your lifestyle and needs. Most people are concerned about the interest rate offered by the credit card. Although the interest rate offer plays a major factor in your decision, it should not be the only basis for your choice. Take note that some credit cards offer very low rates but the rest of the fees could be expensive. Aside from the rate of interest, don’t forget to consider the other fees (annual fees, late penalty charge, transaction fees, etc.) associated with your card.

Comparing one credit card to the next could take some of your time but it’s certainly worth the effort. Use the internet so you can compare credit cards with more ease and convenience. Check out credit card review web sites that offer evaluations of different cards and issuers in the market. Know what other card holders have to say about specific credit cards based on their personal experiences.

Take the time to read and understand the Terms and Conditions of each card that you’re considering. Remember that the advertisements do not reveal all information about the card. If you want to find out the real costs and terms of a credit card, you should read the fine print from the first statement down to the last.

Finally, when filling out online credit card applications, make sure that you are in the right web site and that it uses a secured server. A secured site’s URL should always begin with https:// and you should see a locked pad icon at the bottom right corner of your browser. Fill-out your application careful and see to it that all information you’ll provide are true and correct.

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