Seth Jacobs's (lakewood) Blog

BAD credit can disrupt your life. That's why, in addition to paying your bills on time, it is important to check the accuracy of your credit reports several months before applying for a mortgage or car loan. And these days, you also can find out your credit scores - the numbers lenders use to dec...

The real estate market is in a slump, but investors are rolling with the punches and discovering new ways to make a profit off of their properties.Consumers' skepticism of homeownership has left many properties vacant and on the market for a number of months. An increasing number of people throug...

Many people dream of owning a home but the home loan process can be confusing for many first time home buyers. Mortgage lenders offer first time buyers with many home loan options and assist the buyer in finding the best home loan for them. First time home buyer programs can offer lower interest ...

Why Use a Broker? Well, there are two primary channels that a consumer can obtain a mortgage loan - mortgage banks and mortgage brokers. Each of these groups have their own distinct advantages and disadvantages. Mortgage Banks: Generally, when people in the industry refer to mortgage banks, they ...