So your home-based business is growing to the point where you need to find another home. First of all, congratulations! Business ownership is not easy, and growth is a good sign of hard work, ingenuity, and persistence. Now, it’s time to start preparing for your next home purchase. Obtaining a favorable mortgage can be particularly challenging for borrowers who run a small business out of their home, even if they have good credit and stable finances. That’s why Mortgages for America has … [Read more...]
Home-Buying Tips for Veterans
Real estate investment is one of the most significant financial moves a person can make in their lifetime, so taking your time and finding the right property at the right time is a must. Financing is always top propriety, and fortunately, if you’re a veteran, your service to our country positions you to take advantage of special programs that can make the home-buying process easier. Mortgages of America can help you find the loan product that meets your unique needs. You should also use the tips … [Read more...]
Buy a multi-family property with a VA loan
When it comes to buying real estate, multi-family properties can be a solid investment. The rents obtained from the other units can offset the mortgage payment and, in some cases, make the property cash flow positive. That means you’re bringing in more money from rent than it costs to own the property. Since one of the biggest benefits of the VA loan is the ability to buy a property with no money down, multi-family properties are a popular choice. But there are several restrictions when it … [Read more...]
War Veterans Travel to S. Korea for Winter Olympics
Jack Keep and Lew Ewing, both 81 years old, traveled to South Korea last week for the 2018 Winter Olympics opening ceremonies in Pyeongchang. This wasn't the first time these two Americans stepped foot on Korean since they fought in the Korean War, which spanned from 1951-1953, but it was a little more meaningful this time. The 2018 Winter Olympics kicked off Feb. 9 in the South Korean nation. The Korean War is known as "the forgotten war" because of how little media attention it received … [Read more...]