About Jacqueline Kounkel Expertise I am able to lend in every State. I specialize in large money deals, jumbo and super jumbo home loans, construction, permanent financing, refinancing, purchases, lines of credit and cash out transactions for residential homes. I can answer questions for you regarding what to look for when choosing a lender or Mortgage Broker. I can assist with questions that you should always ask when shopping for a loan. I will help you to protect your credit score while shopping for a loan. I understand that shopping for the best mortgage is about more than just a rate and my clients needs are always kept in my best interest. Besides getting you the most competitive rate, I will also help you decide which program guidelines are most likely to accept your unique qualifications. Together we will determine which programs will ultimately save you the most money. I will make sure you avoid “bait-and-switch” offers, prepayment penalties and hidden fees. Sometimes a low rate on the wrong loan could COST you thousands of dollars! I can help you to understand your Closing documents, Your Good Faith Estimate, the dynamics of your loan and how it works. I work with my clients for the life long relationship, the lowest rates, and conservative closing costs.
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My husband, son, and I have lived in a Chicago condo for the last 3+ years. The mortgage is only in my name (though I did purchase it after we were married). We just refinanced in June. We are now interested in purchasing a house (my son needs a backyard!). I have a couple of questions. Can my husband buy the house on his own and qualify as a first-time buyer? Can we move into the house and rent out the condo, or is this not allowed due to our recent re-fi? Are we supposed to let our re-fi mortgage company know all of this, and then will they up our interest rate on the re-fi? Any information would be greatly appreciated - thank you!
Answer Hi Chris,
The answer to your question on a first time homebuyer is yes, your husband can qualify as a first time homebuyer if he is not currently nor has ever been listed on your home or any other in title or loan.
As far as the question regarding the stipulations on the new loan on the condo, I am not at just to answer that question. Since I do not know what type of loan you refinanced into or the lender requirements administered, this question would be best answered by your current lender.
I hope this helps! Thank you so much for choosing me to help with your questions
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