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These four cities will see 2008-like correction in home prices: Goldman Sachs

January 27, 2023 by Brett Tams

Goldman Sachs, a multinational investment bank, forecasts home prices will fall further in 2023 than initially expected.

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Which matters more for building wealth: Your saving rate or your investment returns?

January 27, 2023 by Brett Tams

My name is Zach, and I write at Four Pillar Freedom, where I tend to tackle financial topics through data visualization. While J.D. is on vacation, I offered to explore one of his favorite topics: the effects of saving rate versus investment returns.

Albert Einstein supposedly once said that compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world.But does data actually support this claim?

In this post, I explore the nature of compound interest, how long it takes to become an important factor in wealth accumulation, and whether or not it actually matters much for people who hope to achieve financial independence in a relatively short time.

What matters more: your saving rate or your investment returns?

Accumulating Wealth in the Early Years

Suppose your goal is to achieve a net worth of $1 million. If you invest $10,000 every year and earn a 7% annual return on your investments — which is a reasonable assumption for long-term stock market returns — you’ll accumulate $1 million in about 30.7 years.

The chart below shows exactly how long it would take to reach every $100,000 net worth milestone, using the assumptions of a $10,000 annual investment earning a 7% annual return:

Notice how each $100,000 net worth milestone takes less time to reach than the last. In fact, it’s mind-boggling to see that it will take youlongerto go from $0 to $100,000 than it will to go from $600,000 to $1 million:

The first $100,000 takes the longest to save because you don’t receive much help from investment returns early on. The time it takes you to go from $0 to $100,000 is mostly dependent on the gap between your income and your spending.

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Explaining the Loan Process Part 4: Underwriting Mortgage

January 27, 2023 by Brett Tams

There are many steps associated with securing a home loan. After the preparation, paperwork, pre-approval and appraisal, you’ll find that you’re still not quite ready to pick up the keys to your new property. Final verification from your lender is required to ensure you’re equipped to repay your mortgage in full and on time. This is where the mortgage underwriting process comes into play. During the underwriting stage, your application moves from the loan processor to the mortgage underwriter. The underwriter will ensure your financial profile matches your lender’s qualification guidelines and loan criteria. Then, the underwriter will make the final decision to approve or deny your loan application. The mortgage underwriter plays a crucial role in finalizing your loan, so it’s important to set yourself up for success during this stage. In fact, there are several steps you can take to improve your overall financial health and increase your chances of being approved. What Is the Role of a Mortgage Underwriter? A mortgage underwriter is responsible for analyzing your risk to determine if your loan terms are acceptable. The underwriter will investigate to make sure your application and documentation are truthful, and they will double-check you have described your finances accurately. Mortgage underwriting standards have become more stringent, thanks in large part to new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau requirements enacted in the last few years. This requires mortgage underwriters to look closely at the applicant’s employment and financial history before approving a loan. Depending on your lender, the mortgage underwriter may be part of an in-house underwriting team or a separate processing/underwriting company your lender uses to outsource the underwriting process. The underwriting process may vary slightly among lenders, who can delegate responsibilities to originators, processors and underwriters accordingly. Make sure to check with your loan originator for guidance on what information to send to whom. How Long Does Underwriting a Mortgage Take? Underwriting mortgages is an essential part of the overall home loan process and generally takes about 30–60 days, depending on the type of loan, lender and current volume of borrowers. The underwriting process itself demands only a small fraction of that time, typically only a few days. That said, because authentication and verification of the loan are the primary reason for underwriting, mortgage companies are very thorough in reviewing every aspect of the loan before they are willing to finalize it. This means that if the underwriter encounters an issue, it may delay your closing. Determining Your Risk In order to assess a borrower’s risk, mortgage underwriters primarily look at the “Three C’s” of underwriting: Capacity: Do you have the means and resources to pay off your debts? Underwriters assess your available resources by reviewing your employment history, income, debts and asset statements. (Note: If you are self-employed, you may be asked to provide additional documentation such as income and work status.)They will also review your savings, checking, 401(k) and IRA accounts to ensure you can still pay your mortgage if expenses arise unexpectedly. Underwriters will pay particular attention to your debt-to-income ratio; they want to ensure you have enough money to fulfill your current financial obligations, as well as take on a new mortgage. Credit: Do you have solid repayment and credit history? Your credit is one of the most important factors in the loan approval process. The underwriter will review your credit score and determine your ability to make the proposed mortgage payments on time and in full. Collateral: What is the value and type of property being financed? The mortgage underwriter must make sure the loan amount meets the loan-to-value requirements of the product. Otherwise, in the case of a default, a lender may not be able to recover the unpaid balance of the loan. In order to place a value on the property, an underwriter will typically order a home appraisal, which will assess the home’s current worth.In addition, the underwriter will likely review the type of property you are looking to buy. This is important for several reasons.First, different types of properties carry different risks. For example, many lenders consider an investment property a riskier investment. This is because, historically, a borrower who is in a difficult financial situation is more likely to walk away from an investment property than their primary residence.Second, lenders need to be sure that the property they are helping you purchase doesn’t already have any legal claims on it. The lender will likely work with a title company during underwriting; mortgages, liens, claims, easement rights, unpaid taxes, restrictive covenants and pending legal action already attached to the home can derail a possible loan. Performing a title search ensures that the property can be transferred to you once the mortgage is finalized. How You Can Streamline the Underwriting Process Underwriting a mortgage can’t, and shouldn’t, be rushed. It takes time for the lending company to verify your information and do a final evaluation to determine whether you represent a good candidate for the loan. On the other hand, while the underwriter is ultimately responsible for the approval of your loan, there are a few things you can do to reduce your risk and make the process go more smoothly: Protect Your Credit Score Nowadays, many lenders are required to check the borrower’s credit twice during the home loan application process: once during pre-approval and once right before closing. Maintaining a good credit score throughout the application process is crucial. Any changes can delay your loan process or adversely impact your ability to obtain a loan. Respond Promptly to Requests for More Information For the purposes of approving or denying your loan, a mortgage underwriter is essentially a real estate and financial investigator. This means they will be reviewing all of your documentation and paperwork in detail and reaching out for more information when something is incomplete. Don’t be concerned if they ask for clarification on a late payment, missed signature or large deposit—these are all normal requests. The important thing is to respond quickly and accurately, which will reduce the length of the underwriting stage and improve your chances of being approved. Be Proactive About Your Loan Approval The underwriter will take care of reaching out to the necessary parties, but that doesn’t mean you have to sit back and wait. Give your employers or other relevant parties advanced notice that they may be contacted to provide information. Call your lender and/or broker to check on the status of your application to make sure the underwriter is not missing any necessary information. In addition, keep records of your conversations with your lender so you have a record of what documents were provided and when. Do All You Can to Help Your Underwriter With the home you love at stake, the underwriting process can seem very intimidating. However, being prepared by filling out your application and supporting documents carefully and accurately will save you precious time. A Pennymac Loan Expert will be happy to answer any additional questions you may have about the underwriting process. Jump to… Part 1 – Getting Prepared for the Home Loan Process Part 2 – Completing a Home Loan Application Part 3 – Understanding Loan Processing Part 4 – Explaining the Mortgage Underwriting Process Part 5 – The Mortgage Closing Process Part 6 – Transfer of Loan Servicing

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10 Personal Finance Rules College Students Can’t Afford To Break

January 27, 2023 by Brett Tams

Personal finance 101 may not be on your course schedule, but that doesn’t mean you can’t school yourself on how to manage money. Learn these 10 personal finance rules that you can’t afford to break.Personal finance 101 may not be on your course schedule, but that doesn’t mean you can’t school yourself on how to manage money. Learn these 10 personal finance rules that you can’t afford to break.

The post 10 Personal Finance Rules College Students Can’t Afford To Break appeared first on Money Under 30.

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Home sales eke out gain to cap disappointing year on rates

January 27, 2023 by Brett Tams

Sales of new U.S. homes rose for a third month in December, wrapping up an otherwise disappointing year in which soaring borrowing costs stifled demand and weighed on the economy. Purchases of new single-family homes increased 2.3% to an annualized 616,000 pace after a downward revision to the prior month, government data showed Thursday. The … [Read more…]

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Net Worth, Projects, and Dogs – Update Q1 2022

January 27, 2023 by Brett Tams

Another quarter in the books! Every three months, I’ll be taking a look at my personal finances, recent news from The Best Interest, and more dog pictures. Here are my previous quarterly updates: Q1 2021 Q2 2021 Q3 2021 Annual Review 2021 Why share this info? To brag?! No way! I want to be transparent. I practice what I preach… Read More »Net Worth, Projects, and Dogs – Update Q1 2022

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OFX Money Transfer Review

January 27, 2023 by Brett Tams

There are plenty of reasons why you would need to transfer money internationally. Reasons include sending money to friends and family overseas, purchasing investments or divestments, buying a home abroad, or directly paying for accommodations for an upcoming international vacation. This is why it is crucial that you find an international money transfer service that […]

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No Free Lunch: The Truth About Dividend Investing

January 27, 2023 by Brett Tams

Basic arithmetic shows that the “magic” of dividend investing is just a castle in the sky.

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Crypto.com Review

January 27, 2023 by Brett Tams

The post Crypto.com Review appeared first on Well Kept Wallet.

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Betterment Review: The Original Robo-Advisor Service

January 27, 2023 by Brett Tams

Betterment offers the best combination of investment options, tax-loss harvesting and low fees of any robo-advisor – with no minimum investment requirement.

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