Susanna R. Thomson

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sthomson@tidewaterhomefunding.com

Susanna R. Thomson Senior Mortgage Advisor

Mortgage Blog

Mortgage Advice, Homebuying Tips & Market Updates

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 |

CMLA EFFORTS HELP BLOCK NEW FHA FEE

CMLA EFFORTS HELP BLOCK NEW FHA FEE

CMLA Board Member and Tidewater Home Funding President/CEO, Kim S. Curtis, is proud to announce that recent efforts by the Community Mortgage Lenders of America were successful in pushing Congress to drop a proposed 4 basis point administrative fee by HUD

Dec 10, 2014 |

Rubin Contributes to HRRA Magazine

Rubin Contributes to HRRA Magazine

Tidewater Home Funding's Shikma Rubin provided insight into Millennial home-buyers in the December 2014 issue of Hampton Roads REALTOR® magazine.  Rubin, a licensed mortgage professional, works with many of Hampton Roads' young profession

Dec 09, 2014 |

'Tis the Season: Seasonal Employment and Home Buying

'Tis the Season: Seasonal Employment and Home Buying

As we enter the holiday season, it's common for people to seek out seasonal employment and second jobs. According to Bloomberg News, "about 821,000 workers will be hired for retail seasonal jobs this year, up 11 percent from a year ago."

Dec 05, 2014 |

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