Mortgage Information

Just as a Realtor helps you find just the right home for your needs, a Mortgage Broker will help you find just the right loan product for your individual situation.  An experienced Mortgage Broker will ask you the right questions to determine which scenario is best for you, and how you can get the best interest rate.

 

I recommend the services of Bob Goodwin.  You may contact him by phone: 512-241-3192 or by email: bob@austinmortgagegroup.com.

 

Bob Goodwin - Austin Mortgage Broker

Bob Goodwin is a twenty year veteran of the residential lending industry. He has worked in the mortgage department of some of the largest banks in the nation. He is committed to helping you find the right mortgage product for your needs. He understands that every borrower is different, and offers a variety of products to meet your individual requirements. He will make the process of securing a mortgage simple and straightforward by offering you the latest in financial tools that enable you to make sound financial choices.

  • Based in Austin, Texas, service area covers Texas and most of the nation
  • Guaranteed low rates and fees combined with exceptional customer service
  • Free existing loan analysis
  • Loan options include: Purchase, Cash-out, Refinance, Conventionsl, ARM, FHA, VA, Jumbo, No Income Verification, No Asset Verification and Sub-Prime products
  • Investment loans a specialty
  • Free, no-hassle, no obligation pre-qualification and Good Faith Estimates, with comprehensive breakdown of rates and fees . . . no extra hidden costs or nasty surprises at closing
  • Apply face to face, by mail or over the phone, the choice is up to you

 Helpful links:

Mortgage Bankers Association of America Consumer Information
The Mortgage Bankers Association of America is the preeminent association representing the real estate finance industry. Their consumer information site contains several tools and guides to aid in purchasing or refinancing a home.
Federal Reserve Board Consumer Information
The Federal Reserve Board maintains a web page with consumer information, including a section on home mortgages. The section covers topics such as finding the best mortgage and understanding ARMs.
Homebuyer Education by Freddie Mac
Freddie Mac is a publicly held corporation chartered by Congress to increase the supply of funds that mortgage lenders, such as commercial banks, mortgage bankers, savings institutions and credit unions, can make available to homebuyers and multifamily investors. This Freddie Mac site offers a step-by-step tutorial on the home buying decision process and the mortgage application process.

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