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Well...looks like I can see the light at the end of the tunnel (and it's not an oncoming train!). Seriously...for the last several years, underwriting guidelines have continued to change and become more restrictive; but it finally appears that they are heading in the "right" direction. My goal has always been to help the consumers and investors, as well as making the process as quick and transparent as possible. If you'd like to contact me directly, visit mortgageoffice.com.
Experience in the area
Over 12 years, originating primary residence and investment propery mortgage loan financing - with an emphasis on making the process as simple and quick as possible for the consumer.
Education/Credentials
Principia College, Florida State U.,University of Illinois-Chicago, Roosevelt University and Lake Forest School of Management.
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Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Jack | 09/03/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Connie | 08/22/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for the information you gave me ..... |
| Margaret | 08/04/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I received a very prompt, clearly understandable ..... |
| Randy | 07/13/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you Al |
| shana | 06/20/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much. |
Recent Answers from Al Rodenburg
2009-08-24 Mtg problem:
It's your loan and as far as I'm concerned you should be able to contact anyone involved in making your loan. What your broker is doing is unclear to me. You might want to try these guys as they used
2009-08-21 Selling house:
Typically an owner occupied mortgage loan has a certificate of occupancy or ownership certification of some type, which essentially says that you warrant that you will live in the home for at least a year
2009-07-11 land sale:
No reverse mortgage available based on what I know about them; has to be a primary residence. Suggest your mom contact a local attorney for advice that would be appropriate for your location. I'm sure
2009-06-09 gift of equity from a non-relative:
My understanding is that if you can prove a long standing relationship with your girlfriend that you should be "OK". What % gift of equity are you looking at? p.s. for more definitive answer please
2009-03-06 Loan Modification:
I really can not assist you with this issue; I'm sorry. There is so much contradictory information out there and the laws and underwriting guidelines continue to change, it's very difficult to give any
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