Don?t Let These 5 Common Mortgage Myths Fool You

The real estate market is hot. A combination of high demand and record low interest rates has fueled the housing market, even amidst a pandemic. But with so much going on in the mortgage industry, it?s important for buyers to stay informed. This includes being able to determine fact from fiction. That?s why we?ve compiled this list of five common mortgage myths so that you aren?t fooled during your home search.

Myth #1 — All buyers will get a low interest rate

Every day we?re hearing stories about record low interest rates on mortgages. And you may be inclined to think that everyone will score a great deal. Unfortunately, that is a myth. There are many things that factor into your interest rates. This includes your pointage de crédit, the kind of loan you?re applying for, the type of home you?re buying, and how big (or small) your down payment is. Only those buyers with excellent credit scores and large down payments will qualify for the best terms.
 

Myth #2 — Everyone should refinance

Si les taux d'intérêt sont si bas, tous les propriétaires devraient se refinancer, n'est-ce pas? Faux. That is also a myth. Not all homeowners will see savings if they refinance. Remember, you?ll incur closing costs for your new home loan. This could be as much as six percent of the amount of the loan. Unless you?re planning to stay in your home for a long time, the upfront costs cancel out the long-term savings. And if you already have a great rate on your mortgage, it may not be worth the time and energy involved in applying for a new loan.

Myth #3 — Everybody can get a home loan

Gone are the days when anybody could get a mortgage no matter their financial situation. Easy lending helped lead us to the Great Recession, and lenders have tightened their restrictions since then. High levels of unemployment and an economic downturn have also made lenders nervous. You?re more likely to qualify for a home loan if you have good credit and a sizable acompte. 

Myth #4 — It?s not necessary to get pre-approved for a mortgage

Wrong! Even in the best of times, it?s important to get pré-approuvé pour un prêt immobilier. But during a pandemic, it?s absolutely critical. Sellers want to know you?ll make it to the closing table without any financial troubles. Getting pre-approved shows the seller you?re serious and that you can afford the home. In addition, it?s a sellers? market and many homes are getting multiple offers. Your offer won?t be taken seriously without a pre-approval letter.

Myth #5 — Forbearance gets you out of making payments for good

While we?d love to tell you that abstention hypothécaire is the end to all your financial woes, it just isn?t? true. Forbearance gives you a break from making payments for a few months. But you?re still on the hook for that money. Depending on your lender, you?ll either pay it back in a lump sum at the end of the forbearance period or it?ll be tacked on to the end of your loan.

Contactez les experts d'Agent inc.

Êtes-vous inquiet de pouvoir distinguer les faits de la fiction lors de votre recherche de maison? Puis travaillez avec le experts chez Agent inc. Nous pouvons vous aider tout au long du processus immobilier du début à la fin, répondre à vos questions et apaiser vos inquiétudes. Contactez-nous aujourd'hui à 949-791-8160 ou [email protected] pour commencer votre chemin vers l'accession à la propriété!