Susanna R. Thomson

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sthomson@tidewaterhomefunding.com

Susanna R. Thomson Senior Mortgage Advisor

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Friday's FAQ's!

Friday's FAQ's!

We have guaranteed bonus and commission income - how do you treat this?  Normally when a borrower has commission or bonus income, it is averaged over a 24 month period.  If the income is guaranteed, it is treated like regular salary.

Feb 20, 2015 |

Cancelling Mortgage Insurance

Cancelling Mortgage Insurance

This week, USA TODAY reported many millennials don't enter the housing market because they're intimidated by all the confusing terminology. From the article: "After putting away enough savings, the biggest hurdle for Millennial buyers may b

Feb 20, 2015 |

The maximum amount a seller can contribute to the closing costs

The maximum amount a seller can contribute to the closing costs

People often ask me:  What's the maximum amount a seller can contribute to the closing costs? The answer depends on the loan program. The chart below shows the seller contributions for conventional loans based on the down payment. Note: The c

Feb 19, 2015 |

Friday's FAQ's!

We are receiving a gift for our down payment.  It will be in excess of 20% of the purchase price.  Someone told us part of that money has to be our own funds.  Is this true?  If the down payment is in excess of 20% of the purcha

Feb 09, 2015 |

Closing Costs Estimator Chart

Closing Costs Estimator Chart

When you negotiate a contract and decide on a lender, you should always take into account closing costs and pre-paids. Here's the difference between the two. Below I have pasted a chart for a closing cost estimator. I hope yo

Feb 09, 2015 |

FHA Renovation Program Lunch & Learn Feb 19

FHA Renovation Program Lunch & Learn Feb 19

Feb 03, 2015 |

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