Posts By Michael Mullin


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Paying For Your FICO Score Is A Waste Of Money

On September 24, 2011, in Tips And Advice, by Michael Mullin

Spokane Washington consumers are wasting their money ordering credit scores which don’t provide much, if any, value. Credits monitoring services, credit score providers, and fraud alert systems have boomed in the last few years. While I think paying for a legitimate credit monitoring service has some merit, paying for your credit score is a waste [...]

Beginning April 18, 2011 Spokane WA FHA Home Loan Borrowers Will Be Subject To FHA’s Increased Mortgage Insurance Premium

On March 17, 2011, in Mortgage Programs, by Michael Mullin

If you are applying for an FHA Streamline Refinance or using an FHA loan to purchase a home you need to make sure your lender has ordered the FHA Case ID by Monday, April 18. That’s the only way to lock in the lower rate.

USDA Rural Home Loan program, a true zero down home loan for Spokane Washington home buyers

On February 16, 2011, in Mortgage Programs, by Michael Mullin

The USDA Rural Home Loan program, a true zero down home loan.

Spokane, WA FHA Mortgage Insurance Premiums Have Changed – What You Need To Know

On November 8, 2010, in Mortgage Payments, by Michael Mullin

Effective with FHA Case Numbers assigned on or after October 4, 2010, FHA lowered its upfront mortgage insurance premium while simultaneously increasing the annual premium which is collected on a monthly basis. The change impacts borrowers utilizing the FHA program to purchase or refinance a home.

Washington FHA Mortgage Insurance To Increase Almost 30%

On March 26, 2010, in Tips And Advice, by Michael Mullin

Saturday April 2 is going to be an important date for Spokane Washington borrowers with FHA loans in process and real estate agents writing contracts for clients utilizing FHA financing.  That is the last day to obtain an FHA Case Number before the FHA upfront mortgage insurance premium increases 28% from 1.75% of the loan [...]

Less Than 60 Days Left Before $8,000 Tax Credit Expires For Spokane, Washington Home Buyers

On March 6, 2010, in Uncategorized, by Michael Mullin

The temporary $8,000 home buyer tax credit offered to people purchasing a new residence is set to expire on April 30.  The program applies to both first time home buyers and to individuals who have resided in their home for at least 5 of the last 8 years. To qualify for the program you must [...]

Spokane Washington Borrowers Gain Advantage With FHA And Energy Efficient Mortgage (EEM)

On February 26, 2010, in Tips And Advice, by Michael Mullin

Spokane Washington home buyers, how’d you like to shut out the drafts in that old home you’re looking at, or install a new heating and air system.  Or replace all the old windows with new dual pane models? An Energy Efficient Mortgage (EEM) can do just that.  And better yet, you do not have to [...]

Introductory Post

On January 28, 2010, in Tips And Advice, by Michael Mullin

Top 3 Spokane, Washington Mortgage Articles and Questions USDA Rural Loan Program – The Cure For No Down Payment In Spokane, WA Purchasing A Home In Spokane With An FHA Home Loan What Are Mortgage Interest Rates In Spokane, WA? Contact Us For Your FHA, VA, USDA or Conventional Home Loan In Spokane Washington – [...]