Jonathan Caguioa

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Jonathan Caguioa Mortgage Advisor

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Prequalified And Pre-approved: What's the Difference?

Prequalified And Pre-approved: What's the Difference?

Posted by Jonathan Caguioa at Jul. 23, 2021 If you're thinking about buying a home, then you've probably heard the terms "pre-approval" and "prequalification." While often used interchangeably, there's a slight difference between the tw

Jul 23, 2021 |

NON-QM ENHANCEMENTS

NON-QM ENHANCEMENTS

Posted by Jonathan Caguioa at Jul. 15, 2021 GUIDELINE UPDATES TRADELINES Provided the primary wage earner has three credit scores, the minimum tradelines are satisfied. An alternative tradeline option has been added.

Jul 15, 2021 |

Gift Equity Purchase

Gift Equity Purchase

Posted by Jonathan Caguioa at Jul. 13, 2021 When homeowners sell the family home to a loved one, they may wish to do so at a discounted rate. When this happens, the difference between the home’s market value and its sale price acts as a

Jul 13, 2021 |

Exploring The Pros and Cons Of An Interest-Only Mortgage Loan

Exploring The Pros and Cons Of An Interest-Only Mortgage Loan

Posted by Jonathan Caguioa at Jul. 07, 2021 An interest-only mortgage starts with payments that only pay down the mortgage interest. Generally, this makes your monthly payments lower than a typical mortgage payment. This option is attra

Jul 07, 2021 |

TOP 10 MYTHS ABOUT REVERSE MORTGAGE

TOP 10 MYTHS ABOUT REVERSE MORTGAGE

Posted by Jonathan Caguioa at Jun. 29, 2021 MYTH 1: I cannot get a reverse mortgage if I have an existing mortgage. FACT: False. If your house isn’t paid off, the proceeds you receive from the reverse mortgage must first be used to pay

Jun 29, 2021 |

Is Buying A Home With Bad Credit A Smart Choice?

Is Buying A Home With Bad Credit A Smart Choice?

Posted by Jonathan Caguioa at Jun. 23, 2021 Have less-than-optimal credit? That doesn't necessarily mean you have to put your dreams of homeownership on pause. There are several factors that mortgage lenders consider when you apply for

Jun 23, 2021 |