Mortgages Archives - Keith Furer, Guardhill Financial

March 26, 2016

Take Action Before Rates Increase

Rates will very likely be raised within the next few months, particularly with some economists stating that increasing rates could stimulate the economy. For any Buyers out there; – Make sure you stay focused on your search and have your ducks in a row (a strong team, a fresh set […]

August 4, 2016

Scared of ARM’s?

Find out why you shouldn’t be. In my 17+ years helping individuals secure home financing in the tri-state area, one question that always comes up is what type of mortgage to get. Most of my clients initially think that the traditional, more expensive, 30 year fixed option is always the way […]

February 27, 2017

February 27, 2017

What Buyers and Sellers Can Expect in 2017

Real estate markets closed with strength last year, particularly in the best performing local sectors (1-3 Bedroom’s <$1.5M). 2017 is setting up to be an interesting year for anyone involved with real estate. Specifically for home owners, buyers, and sellers. What can we expect in 2017? > Increased Demand From […]

March 20, 2017

How to Get Your Offer Accepted in 2017

Seller Confidence is the key to getting your offer accepted. Since you can’t just keep raising your offer when you bid on a new property, the trick to appealing to the seller and getting your bid approved is to include an actual pre-approval letter with your offer. This is a […]

May 16, 2017

May 16, 2017

Making Deals Easier to Close

Clear today’s common hurdles faster and make closing easier with my help. As we find ourselves in the middle of a very active 2017 Spring Market, hurdles to getting deals closed are everywhere, whether they include a ton of paperwork, or lengthy turnaround times. With almost two decades of experience helping […]

August 1, 2017

August 1, 2017

Specializing in Outside-the-Box Situations

I can help get your loan DONE. Do any of the below apply to your situation? Difficult Buildings Low owner occupancy, land leases, excess commercial space, financial issues, etc. Limited Financial Profiles Limited/alternative credit, bonus, commission, overtime based income, etc. Foreign Nationals Many programs available with competitive loan to value […]

October 2, 2017

October 2, 2017

Bidding War, Shmidding War, How I Help Buyers Move Fast

The real estate market season for Fall is upon us and it is no less crazy than recent seasons past. Bidding wars are common, financing can be tricky, and well priced, good all-around properties are in short supply. You MUST be strategic to be successful! If there is one thing […]

November 9, 2017

Keith Furer, Guardhill Financial, New York City Mortgage

November 9, 2017

Fed Expected to Raise Rates Before Year’s End

Many believe that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates this coming December, and possibly three more times next year. A mix of factors is going into the Fed’s determination, particularly the CPI inflation data, as explained in detail by CNBC in the article, “Fed on track to raise interest […]

January 31, 2018

Mortgages Refinance, New York City, New Jersey, Connecticut

January 31, 2018

Smart Approaches & Streamlined Systems, the Fastest & Easiest Yet!

Smart Approaches & Streamlined Systems The Fastest & Easiest Yet! The smartest approach to a possible home purchase in the coming year is to get your ducks in a row ahead of time. During each of the 20+ years that I have been helping people, I have also worked to […]