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Expertise
All questions regarding home purchasing and refinancing
Experience in the area
licensed in Ca and Idaho with over 15 years of experience
Organizations
Boise Young Professionals, Association of mortgage bankers
Education/Credentials
BA Sacramento State
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
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| andrea | 08/17/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I was prety sure I would get ..... |
| Eric | 06/29/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you. |
| sallie | 04/25/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Kayte | 02/24/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for the information. |
| Ted | 02/20/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Craig Ballhagen
2011-11-23 divorce / mortgage assumption:
The divorce degree protects you against anything negative with the home as long as it clearly states that the property is his responsibility. Consult your attorney. If your ex husband really wants
2011-11-21 Underwater sale:
If you try to buy a another home while your home is on the market, you would need to qualify with both payments. And you would need to have atleast 6 months cash reserves. Your situation is one of the
2011-09-06 Mortgage question:
There are many ways to pre pay a mortgage. If you make one extra payment a year, that will reduce a 30 year fixed to a 21 year loan (approx) What I suggest to people, is to set up an extra savings
2011-08-17 did i sign something,I didnt realize I was signing?:
Andrea, this question is for an attorney. I will try. Quit claims can be reversed at anytime. You can do what you want to the title at anytime. Your property is usually community property and you would
2011-08-10 Real Estate:
1. I have a credit person that you could contact for your credit issues. Matt Judy with E Credit Advisor. 509-570-2129 2. For sale by owner may be an option. You would need some money down or find
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