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Boston.com / Real estate Buying Renting Recent sales Place an ad Luxury Living Community data Financing Commercial Moving Guides How to solve appraisal problems By Inman news MORE Having an appraisal done on your home is essential, whether or not you plan on selling. Loan calculators NEWS LINK NEWS LINK RESOURCES For Sale: Homes | Condos | Open Houses For Rent: Apartments | Houses | Roommates Vacation rentals Place an ad: On Boston.com | In the Globe Commercial: Search listings for sale or rent An appraisal is a dispassionate, third-party estimate of the value of a piece of property. It can either give you peace of mind by affirming your offering price or it can put the kibosh on a transaction entirely. As part of your loan application, you will pay for your lender (typically $200 to $400) to order an appraisal to estimate the current market value of the home you want to buy. You may also opt to hire an appraiser yourself before you make an offer to help you determine the price you bid on a house. Lenders require appraisals before they will approve and fund a loan in order to ensure that the home is worth the amount of money you are asking for. While most appraisals match up with what buyers want to borrow, some do not, which can send a lender backing out of your loan commitment. Understanding how real estate appraisals and appraisers work can help you deal with the consequences. Why do appraisals go awry? Most appraisal problems boil down to two things: incomplete information on the property or incompetence of the appraiser. Incomplete information often comes with the appraisal territory. All appraisals must conform to guidelines set by the Federal Reserve, but ultimately every appraisal is a subjective analysis of a property's current market value. To arrive at that number on your house, an appraiser will compare your house with that of three comparable homes in the area that have sold within the past six months and adjust for differences in the properties. They will photograph, measure and inspect the home (do NOT consider this your home inspection, however) to help them make their comparisons. But true market value can be difficult to ascertain in markets where prices are volatile and properties widely vary. Incompetence in the field can cause appraisal problems, too. Not all real estate appraisers are created equal in terms of licensing and education. While federal licensing requirements for everyone are being phased in, only about half the states currently require appraisers to be licensed, though most states do require appraisers to pass a written examination and have 75 hours of continuing education and 2,000 hours of direct experience. Inexperience can be a big culprit in a problem appraisal, so can downright incompetence. Boosting the appraisal A lender probably will reject your loan application if the appraisal of the property comes back lower than the asking price. But you can fight a low-ball appraisal. Here's how: Get a copy of the appraisers report. You can successfully argue to raise the estimated value if you show that the report overlooks a valuable feature of the home or failed to consider the recent sale of comparable property for a higher price. Take your case to your loan representative. The lender can override the estimate or order a new report from a different appraiser. Try to renegotiate with the seller. The seller may be willing to accept less than you originally agreed to pay in order to avoid the time and cost required to cancel the sale and put the house back on the market. Increase your down payment. The lender may be willing to overlook a low appraisal if you put more money down. Find a good appraiser Ask your lender for the names of appraisers they know, trust and have on their list of approved appraisers. You also can check with one of several national appraisal organizations for names of local appraisers who are members in good standing. Look for an appraiser who can do your appraisal in a timely manner and who has experience in the area you want to buy. This can help speed things along, and assure you of an accurate appraisal. TIP: If you do choose an appraiser from your lender's list to check out a house, and you end up making an offer, you may not have to pay again for the required loan-application appraisal. Quick Take If you have any question about the value of the house you are bidding on, add an appraisal contingency to your purchase offer. This provision stipulates that the property must appraise for at least the purchase price you're offering. If the appraisal comes in lower, you can back out of the deal or renegotiate price. feedback | help | site map | advertising | globe archives | rss © 2006 The New York Times Company Real Estate Guide - Massachusetts Home Builder - New Home Construction

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investment property mortgages lenders rates properties Let -a- Property .info The Home for Landlords, Tenants and Letting Agents investment property mortgage for uk investors Add a Site Investment Property Mortgages UK Buy to Let Mortgages | UK Limited Companies | Commercial Mortgages | Property Development Loan | Business Mortgages | Investment Mortgages For an Instant, No Obligation Quote : >> PLEASE CLICK HERE << For Mortgages UNDER 50k please click here We have teamed up with 'The Money Centre' - one of the UK's largest independent finance brokers . As the Money Centre are a 'Buying Group' they are able to secure mortgages from specialist funding institutions on far more competitive terms than are available to the public direct! For the purchase or refinance of commercial or semi-commercial property for letting on commercial terms Typical terms for this type of loan are as follows: Amount - minimum 100,000 - no maximum Loan to Value - up to 75% Open Market Value of property to be mortgaged. (Experienced Landlords may be able to obtain up to 85%) Term - up to 25 years Repayment - regular instalments of capital and interest. An "Interest Only" option may be available on part of the loan Interest rates - fixed or variable rates are available. Margins on variable rates are usually between 1.5% and 3% above Base Rate or LIBOR Lenders Fees - an Arrangement Fee (usually 1% of loan amount) is payable on acceptance of the lender's formal offer. It may be possible to add this amount to the loan. Other Costs - borrowers are responsible for legal and valuation costs Brokerage Fees - Our standard charge is 1% of loan amount Lenders endeavour to be flexible to meet your needs, but their prime consideration will always be based upon proven ability to service loan repayments. Site Terms and Conditions Back Top all of these retirement uncertainties mean more and more people are turning to Buy-to-Let as a flexible, controlled means of long term saving for early retirement. Once the mortgage is paid off you have an income to live off (or own an asset outright that you can sell) in your retirement. Unlike a pension (you cannot access until you are at least 50 and that is controlled by a faceless fund manager); with Property you can see it, control it, generate an income from it, sell it (usually within a few months). Property is a flexible form of investment where you can easily control and minimise the risks of failure. The most basic idea that someone else is going to pay your mortgage off for you is very appealing for an increasing number of people. Advertising Accommodation Credit Cards General Home Insurance Income Protection Unemployment Insurance Landlords Tenants Insurance Mortgage Insurance Protection Professional Advice Property Finance & Mortgages Property to Buy or Sell Savings Secured Loans Unsecured Personal Loans

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Home Equity Loans/Lines Overview Fixed-Rate Second Mortgage Home Equity Line of Credit Visa Platinum PowerHouse Loan Serving Members Since 1936 ONLINE BANKING Mortgage Calculator Rates & Terms Equifax: Get Your Credit Report New Account Identification Fixed-Rate Second Mortgage When you need money, the equity in your home can be one of your greatest financial resources. And with a Fixed-Rate Second Mortgage, you can borrow up to 100% of your home's value. You can use this equity in your home to pay off high-rate credit cards, make homeimprovements, finance your child's education, or finally take your dream vacation. Low, fixed rates Interest potentially tax deductible * Fixed terms up to 25 years Available for both owner occupied and non-owner occupied properties No maximum loan amount No pre-payment penalty Borrow as little at $10,000 Apply online! [ Back To Top ] Interest-Only Home Equity Line of Credit With USEs Interest-Only Home Equity Line of Credit, you can make the big purchases or investments you have been dreaming about while paying only the interest on a monthly basis. And with an introductory rate as low as only 6.50% APR* , you can get the cash you need for one low monthly payment. You can access your Interest-Only HELOC through a checkbook or ATM card. Low, variable rates APR as low as 6.50% for the first six months * Credit lines up to $500,000 No points, fees, or upfront costs ** Checkbook and ATM access No annual fee Primary residence or rental property - same low rate One of the industrys lowest floors (1.00%) and ceilings(11.99%) Tax-deductible interest in most cases *** Apply online! *Rates effective as of 12/1/2005. An introductory Annual Percentage Rate (APR) as low as Prime Rate minus 0.50% is valid for the first 6 months from the date of loan origination. Currently, your discounted rate would be as low as 6.50% APR. Thereafter, your rate may be as low as the Prime Rate, as published in The Wall Street Journal, which is currently 7.00%. Prime Rate may change at any time, although your rate is subject to change quarterly. The maximum APR is 11.99%. The $35 Annual Fee is waived for the first year and assessed on your anniversary date any year thereafter when your balance is less than $10,000. To qualify for the lowest rate, members must have above-average established credit and meet certain loan-to-value ratios. For loan amounts in excess of $250,000, the borrower is responsible for paying all actual costs incurred, based on the loan amount established. Offer available for new home equity lines of credit on both owner- and non-owner occupied, 1-4 unit properties, in the state of California. If the loan is closed within the first three years from the origination date, an Early Account Closure Fee may be assessed on loans with credit limits of $250,000 or less. A Reconveyance Fee will be charged when your loan is paid in full. Consult your tax advisor regarding the tax deductibility of interest. Certain limitations apply. Loans subject to credit approval. Rates, terms, and conditions are subject to change without notice. [ Back To Top ] Home Equity Line of Credit Platinum Visa With USE's Home Equity Line of Credit Platinum Visa, you can access the equity in your home with the convenience of a Platinum Visa credit card. And, at an introductory rate as low as only 6.50% APR * , it's the low-rate opportunity of a lifetime. Use your Home Equity Line of Credit for just about anything, like purchasing a new car, paying for your child's education, taking your dream vacation, or remodeling your home. Low, variable rates APR as low as 6.50% for the first six months * Credit lines up to $500,000 No points, fees, or upfront costs * Platinum Visa, check, or cash access No annual fee * Primary residence or rental property - same low rate 100% tax-deductible interest * One of the industry's lowest floors (1.00%) and ceilings (11.99%) Apply online! For important disclosure information, click here . *Rates effective as of 12/1/2005. An introductory Annual Percentage Rate (APR) as low as Prime Rate minus 0.50% is valid for the first 6 months from the date of loan origination. Currently, your discounted rate would be as low as 6.50% APR. Thereafter, your rate may be as low as the Prime Rate, as published in The Wall Street Journal, which is currently 7.00%. Prime Rate may change at any time, although your rate is subject to change quarterly. The maximum APR is 11.99%. The $35 Annual Fee is waived for the first year and assessed on your anniversary date any year thereafter when your balance is less than $10,000. To qualify for the lowest rate, members must have above-average established credit and meet certain loan-to-value ratios. For loan amounts in excess of $250,000, the borrower is responsible for paying all actual costs incurred, based on the loan amount established. Offer available for new home equity lines of credit on both owner- and non-owner occupied, 1-4 unit properties, in the state of California. If the loan is closed within the first three years from the origination date, an Early Account Closure Fee may be assessed on loans with credit limits of $250,000 or less. A Reconveyance Fee will be charged when your loan is paid in full. Consult your tax advisor regarding the tax deductibility of interest. Certain limitations apply. Loans subject to credit approval. Rates, terms, and conditions are subject to change without notice. [ Back To Top ] PowerHouse Loan The PowerHouse Loan is based on your creditworthiness not the equity in your home. Therefore, you can access the funds youneed even if you only recently purchased your home. Low, fixed rates Interest Potentially Tax Deductible * No appraisal required Borrow $5,000 to $15,000 5- to 7-year terms In most circumstances, funds can be available in as little as 10 days No pre-payment penalty Available on owner occupied properties only Apply online! Special Note: Even if you currently have a Home Equity Credit Line or Second Trust Deed with USE, you may still qualify for aPowerHouse Loan. However, if your equity credit line or second trust deed is held by another financial institution, we cannot arrangea PowerHouse Loan unless we pay off the existing loan. Owner-occupied residences only. [ Back To Top ] All loans are subject to approval. Home Equity and PowerHouse Loans are not available when your first mortgage has a balloon payment. California properties only. A fee will be charged for reconveyance when your loan is paid in full.*Please consult with your tax advisor for IRS guidelines on the deductibility of interest payments. Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Platinum Visa * Annual Percentage Rate 6.50 % Variable Rate Information Annual Percentage Rate varies quarterly based on the Wall Street Journal Prime Rate plus a margin. Variable Rate not to exceed 11.99% or be less than 1.00%. Grace period for the repayment of the balance of purchases On new purchases paid in full by payment due date as set forth on your periodic statement. Method of computing the balance for purchases Average Daily Balance Method(including current transactions) Annual Fee $35.00. Waived for the first year; waived if balance is $10,000 or greater. Cash Advance Fee None Late Payment Charge $10.00 if your minimum monthly payment is more than 10 days late Overlimit Fee $10.00 for each billing cycle we receive a purchase or advance which causes you to be over the limit. Effective Date December 1, 2005 * Index of 7.00% - 0.50% = 6.50%. Index of 7.00% + 1.50% = 8.50%, effectiveDecember 1, 2005.Rates and Terms subject to change at any time. USE is an Equal Housing Lender [ Back To Top ]