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Understanding Your Loan: Closing Disclosure Page 1

by fidelitylandtitle | Dec 27, 2017 | TRID

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/qqbyi6n3hm?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 The first page of your Closing Disclosure documents: The Loan Amount - the total you will actually borrow The Interest Rate - which does NOT include the fees factored into the APR...

When Do I Get My Loan Closing Disclosure?

by fidelitylandtitle | Dec 27, 2017 | TRID

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/899rcnqxu2?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 If an eligible loan proceeds from Estimate to closing, creditors must provide a Closing Disclosure form documenting the actual transaction terms and costs THREE business days...

How Should I Prepare For Internet Showing?

by fidelitylandtitle | Dec 27, 2017 | Sales Process:

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/zrtflvo2ns?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Today, your first “showing” will be on the Internet - you're watching this on the Internet, right? Your price, listing description and PHOTOS determine whether someone will visit...

How Should I Prepare The Outside For An Open House?

by fidelitylandtitle | Dec 27, 2017 | Sales Process:

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/pjjhe0ona8?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Professional “staging” may include the exterior, but if you’re doing it all yourself, try the five things outlined in this video. 1 - Landscape & lawn. That’s the first...

How Should I Prepare The Inside For An Open House?

by fidelitylandtitle | Dec 27, 2017 | Sales Process:

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/cncndd84zm?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 For many homes and markets, professional help from someone in “staging” makes good financial sense. Like this video say, check your staging options first. If you are doing it...

Which Square Footage Figure Should I Use?

by fidelitylandtitle | Dec 27, 2017 | Going To Market:

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/7s2hv0wsin?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Home size is one of the key figures used in comparisons. But you may have different measurements to choose from, as you'll learn in this video, including builder, appraiser, tax...

6 Selling Mistakes

by fidelitylandtitle | Dec 27, 2017 | Going To Market:

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/tmpjy6e13o?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 If you’re selling, don’t do these things - take some notes from the video! 1. Don’t Sell Before The House Is Ready. If it doesn’t present well, it won’t sell well. 2. Don’t...

What Is An Appraisal?

by fidelitylandtitle | Dec 27, 2017 | Financing:

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/q4mhekj6bo?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Every house is unique; appraisers are trained and licensed for expertise in putting a value on properties. Appraisers don’t work for the buyer or the seller; their primary...

What Does The Closing Process Involve When I Sell?

by fidelitylandtitle | Dec 27, 2017 | Sales Process:

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/89rnbjmbtq?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 As this video explains, a signed sales contract doesn’t mean your house is sold. There are still financial, contractual and legal steps for both sides. The buyer has to get...

What Happens After I’ve Applied For My Loan?

by fidelitylandtitle | Dec 27, 2017 | Financing:

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/dmbh3tfluu?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Once you've supplied the 6 required piece of information and included any other information the lender deemed necessary, you'll receive a Loan Estimate within 3 business days....