Monthly Archives: August 2009

Would you work with you?

Posted on August 29, 2009 by Mirjam

In talking to people I have come to realize that some people have an interesting view on banks. You might blame the bank for offering you the ‘bad’ loan, however you might ask yourself: who ultimately signed? Also, banks are … Continue reading →

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SBA’s 7(a) LOAN COULD BE YOUR DEBT SOLUTION

Posted on August 29, 2009 by Mirjam

The Small Business Administration’s most popular “loan product” is the 7(a). Like the SBA 504, the 7(a) may be used for real estate transactions, but offers a variety of other options: • To acquire equipment, machinery, furniture, fixtures,supplies, or materials. … Continue reading →

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SBA 504 & 7a LOANS for Small Businesses

Posted on August 10, 2009 by Denise

The 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act has opened a wider door to the real estate market by increasing access to and lowering the cost of Small Business Administration financing to business owners. The act also temporarily waives borrower fees … Continue reading →

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C.A.R. Housing Affordability Fund’s Mortgage Protection Program

Posted on August 6, 2009 by Mirjam

This program was developed to help address first-time home buyers’ concerns about potential job loss and how such a loss would impact their ability to make their mortgage payment. Through the Mortgage Protection Program, first-time home buyers who lose their … Continue reading →

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