Charlene Turner

NMLS # 456052

757-366-8690

cturner@tidewaterhomefunding.com

Charlene Turner Mortgage Advisor & Reverse Mortgage Specialist

Mortgage Blog

Mortgage Advice, Homebuying Tips & Market Updates

Mortgage Insurance Tax Deductibility

Mortgage Insurance Tax Deductibility

On December 14, 2014, legislation was passed to allow for tax deductibility of mortgage insurance (MI) premiums for qualified borrowers, once again.  The deductibility is effective for purchase and refinance transactions closed after December 31, 20

Jan 23, 2015 |

FHA reduces MIP rates, what does it mean for you?

FHA reduces MIP rates, what does it mean for you?

Over the past couple of years, the MIP (mortgage insurance premium) rates on FHA loans have increased, which raised monthly mortgage payments. The increase kept some homebuyers out of the market.   On January 26, FHA will reduce its MIP ra

Jan 16, 2015 |

Why 2015 Will be a Huge Year for Real Estate

Why 2015 Will be a Huge Year for Real Estate

"Roughly 42 percent of millennials say they want to buy a home in the next one to five years…As this generation matures, they will become a home-buying force to be reckoned with." – Dr. Stan Humphries, Zillow chief economist W

Jan 09, 2015 |

What you must understand about appraisals: unacceptable appraisal practices

What you must understand about appraisals: unacceptable appraisal practices

Every time I receive the value of a property from the appraiser, I hold my breath. The result determines not only the value of the loan but also if the home has any issues/needs repairs before closing. Basically, the appraisal is a big deal. For more, r

Dec 19, 2014 |

Rubin Selected as 2015 HRCVC Officer

Rubin Selected as 2015 HRCVC Officer

Shikma Rubin, a licensed mortgage consultant at Tidewater Home Funding, has been selected as an officer for the 2015 Hampton Roads Corporate Volunteer Council (HRCVC).  The HRCVC is a coalition of local businesses that promotes corporate social respo

Dec 18, 2014 |

3 Ways to Look Smart at a Holiday Party: Mortgage Edition

3 Ways to Look Smart at a Holiday Party: Mortgage Edition

The holiday season is here and that means it's time to party! As the real estate expert in your circle, people will come up to you at a gathering and pick your brain about the market. So keep this mortgage information handy.   3 Ways to Loo

Dec 12, 2014 |

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