Integrity 1st Mortgage

Congratulations to Pam Eskue

We received word December 14, 2011, that Pam Eskue, our loan officer located in Fallbrook, CA has been awarded North San Diego County Association of Realtors, District 8 Affiliate of the Year!  This Honor is g ...

Do I or Don’t I? That is a loaded question when it comes to Credit!

As Loan Officers, we are frequently asked by our clients, “What can I do to improve my credit score?”. There are many Do’s and Don’t of Credit, which will not just to raise your score, but just as importantly, it will help you to make sure you don’t lower your credit score! I have a ...
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Seven Things Your Agent Should Know About Your Mortgage Approval

While many experienced real estate agents have a general understanding of the mortgage approval process, there are a few important details that frequently get overlooked which may cause a purchase to be delayed or denied. New regulation, updated disclosures, appraisal guidelines, mortgage rate pric ...
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Do I Need To Sell My Home Before I Can Qualify For A New Mortgage On Another Property?

Although every situation is unique, it is not uncommon for homebuyers to qualify for a mortgage on a new home while still living in their primary residence. Perhaps you are outgrowing your current house, or have been forced to relocate due to a job ...
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What Do Appraisers Look For When Determining A Property's Value?

Most people are surprised to learn what appraisers actually look at when determining the value of a real estate property. A common misconception homeowners generally have is that the value of their home is determined after the appraiser has completed their physical property inspection. However ...
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Where Does My Earnest Money Go?

Hey, I gave my real estate agent a $5000 Earnest Money Deposit check... Where does that money go? A basic and very obvious question that most First-Time home Buyers ask once their purchase contract gets accepted. According to Wikipedia: Earnest Money - an earnest payment (sometimes called earnest money or simply earnest, or alternatively a good- ...
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