Borrowing Online - Tips for Homebuyers

Author: Craig Romero

Borrowing Online

It is not surprising to find out that homebuyers are browsing and shopping for homes online, but is it surprising that they're borrowing the money to buy those homes on websites without ever meeting with a broker face to face? It is true that many people prefer to meet with a broker face to face, and as a result many online brokers have gone out of business, but the web still offers numerous online brokers that offer 24-hour access, seven days a week to those who prefer to go about getting their mortgage online.

So what do these sites have to offer? Besides the convenience of 24-7 access, these sites also offer borrowers a place to go where lenders will compete for their business. People with excellent credit may get immediate preliminary responses; others may have to wait a day or two for the offers and quotes to come in. Many of these sites offer sub-prime lenders who cater to those with damaged credit. Online brokers offer easy, automated access without the hassle of having to go into a physical office.

If an online mortgage broker is for you, and you don't care if you meet face to face with a live person, there are precautions that you should take to ensure you are doing business with a reputable broker or firm. The first thing you will want to do is make sure that they are licensed by your state's regulatory agency, if such licensing exists.

You'll also want to make sure that any personal information you submit through the site is sent over a secure connection. If it's not, your information is at risk of being stolen by unscrupulous individuals who hack into systems. Identity theft is a growing concern, and you should make sure your information is safeguarded during this process.

Also, when you do find an online broker that you want to apply with, stick with that one broker. If you go to too many different brokerage sites, they will each pull your credit report and it will have a negative impact on your credit rating. Each time your credit report is pulled, an inquiry shows up on the report. Too many inquiries have a negative impact on your total credit score.

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About the Author

Craig Romero is an author and mortgage analyst dedicated to helping homeowners maximize the investment in their homes.

Step By Step Tips On What A Bank May Want From You If You Want To Borrow Money For Your Business

Author: Makabongwe Maseko

If you need to borrow money, your bank manager and your professional advisers need to understand how you see your business developing. They can then assess the viability of your plans and forecasts and give you advice and practical help. But, first, what does the bank expect from you?

Broadly speaking before meeting your bank manager, you should be asking yourself some key questions:

(a) What type of business do you intend to start – and is it likely to succeed?
(b) Do you have the personalities needed?
(c) Will you need money to establish or expand your business?
(d) Do you need the bank to lend it to you?
(e) If so, how much?
(f) And when?
(g) How will you pay it back?
(h) Do you have any security you could offer the bank?

Your bank manager will expect you to know the answers to these questions on the outset.

Your bank manager will base the decision on whether or not to lend money to your business on his/her assessment of your business plan. Ultimately, the decision has to be a financial one. But if you present your plan on the back of an envelope it may indicate that you have a non business like attitude, which is unlikely to impress your potential customers.

Therefore, try to prepare your business plan in a clear, professional way. Consider typing it, or having it typed, and do not overcrowd the page. Ensure that your headings are clear and that all the figures used add up correctly. Clarity and simplicity are the key words. If your business plan is confusing, it is unlikely to convince your bank manager.

Your manager will also want to assess your personal qualities and your reliability, your capacity to stay in business and fulfill the promise of your business plan. You need to think carefully about these important questions, as your ability to answer them will determine the manager’s response to your approach.

Other considerations

Once you have made your business plan, checking every aspect of your business and deciding whether or not you need help with the finance, you need to consider some other areas, two of which are insurance and taxation.

It is important that you understand the implications of both of these from the beginning, as failure to do so could result in serious repercussions for your business later on.

Insurance

It is very important that you take adequate insurance to protect your business’ future. This should include protection against:

(a) The cost of replacing stock and equipment that is lost, stolen or damaged.
(b) To cover your premises against fire, floods etc.
(c) Damages for injury to an employee, customer or third party whilst on your premises.
(d) Any special risks that apply to your type of business.
(e) Loss of life. (What happens to your family in the event of your death)?

Without the right type of insurance the survival of your business could be threatened.

Taxation

It is very important to you to make sure that you pay no more tax than you are obliged to pay, although you are of course obliged to provide accurate tax returns. Poor record keeping and lack of the right advice can lead to pay excess tax.

An unexpected tax bill can kill a small business, so you must be able to anticipate your tax liabilities.

Makabongwe Maseko offers advice on the business industry on his weblog "Online Marketing Business Opportunity". To get more information and tips on business matters visit: http://online-marketing-business-opportunity.traders-online.net/