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In today’s episode, we are talking about how your closing date will affect the closing cost. When would be the best time for you to lock in?Tune in now and understand how the final closing rate is affected by the date and know when is the best time for you!  QUOTES“Bottom line is this: Everything is paid in arears.”MENTIONSwww.myhoustoninsideout.com  SHOW NOTES[0:01:11.0] The day of the month affects the closing cost [0:01:36.0] Arears explained[0:03:08.0] Example of arears If you like this podcast, please do not forget to like, share, or comment! We appreciate your support and feedback!

In today’s episode, Casey Ingram, a personal trainer for 16 years and an independent real estate agent with Keller Williams, joins James J and they talk about having that mindset that you get from being in the fitness industry and how it relates to the real estate market.Join us and be inspired as we learn more about it! QUOTES“The objective is keeping them somewhat on the straight and narrow in order to get them to a certain point that they’d become more self-sufficient as time pass.”“In the real estate world, everything is take care of everything immediately. ”“It’s all about trust and it’s all about professionalism.”“I’m never going to seek out so much business and I’m overwhelmed then I become a bad agent.”“If you take great care of people, people will take great care of you.”“You reputation will ultimately determine how well you do.”“The average person we deal with nowadays deals with a lot of psychological stress with very little physical outlet.”“Exercise will regulate your pattern.”“The brain is not wired to push the body, the brain is wired to survive.”“Progress is hard, maintenance is simple.”MENTIONSKeller Williams RealtyCasey Ingram - Phone number: 713-302-9177Email: caseyingram@kw.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/casey.ingram.14?ref=br_rsSHOW NOTES[0:02:08.0] Casey Ingrams’ background[0:06:47.0] Why people still prefer to get help from someone[0:09:50.0] Similarity between the fitness industry and real estate[0:15:59.0] You want to know your area[0:17:25.0] Changes in the business as the interest rate went down[0:21:18.0] The confidence and discipline that’s built by working out[0:28:09.0] It’s all about having good relationships[0:32:10.0] Just like any industry, there’s a lot of work behind itIf you like this podcast, please do not forget to like, share, or comment! We appreciate your support and feedback!

For today’s episode, we are going to talk about amortization period and which one is right for you. James is going to share how the actual mortgage payment is structured to help you understand key points to look into as you are deciding.Join us and give this episode a listen to know more about it!  QUOTES“Every extra dollar that you are paying towards your mortgage will reduce the amount you’re paying interest and the remainder of the loan.”“Most loans don’t have prepayment penalties.”MENTIONSwww.myhoustoninsideout.com  SHOW NOTES[0:01:45.0] Obvious difference between a 30-year and a 15-year financing[0:01:35.0] Amortization table - how the actual payments are broken down[0:03:39.0] 30-year and 15-year compared[0:05:36.0] There are ways to cut down the interest dramaticallyIf you like this podcast, please do not forget to like, share, or comment! We appreciate your support and feedback!

In this episode today, we are talking about knowing why now might be the right time to look into upgrading your home. We will also understand how the market is affected by different factors.Tune in now and know more about it!QUOTES“The luxury home markets typically take longer to sell.”“As the inventory increases, the larger the difference of the list price to the sold price is.”MENTIONSwww.myhoustoninsideout.comSHOW NOTES[00:01:05] Lately, Interests rates have adjusted[00:02:00] Why this time is a great time to upgrade[00:05:20] What a buyer’s market actually means[00:06:50] Opportunity for upgrade is really availableIf you like this podcast, please do not forget to like, share, or comment! We appreciate your support and feedback!

Welcome to this episode where we are talking about interest rates. Learn some historical contents, some recent rates and know when to perfectly lock it in.So tune in, listen and learn!QUOTES“Rates obviously fluctuate.”“Interest rates play a big factor in your monthly payment.”MENTIONSmyhoustoninsideout.comPhone number: 832-271-1708, Houston Inside Out SHOW NOTES[00:01:53] Interest rates have gone down[00:02:38] The market is heating up[00:03:49] Historical perspective in mortgages[00:07:09] Recent history on rates[00:09:27] Interest rates fluctuateIf you like this podcast, please do not forget to like, share, or comment! We appreciate your support and feedback!

Welcome to this episode of Houston Inside Out where we are going to talk about “7 Things To Avoid After Applying for a Mortgage”. A lot of people have a misconception about what happens after being initially approved for the loan. Learn very important points especially when you are building a home or even when purchasing a home that is already done.Make sure to listen and know more about it!MENTIONSmyhoustoninsodeout.com SHOW NOTES[00:00:25] #1 - Don't change jobs or the way you're getting paid.[00:04:33] #2 - Don't deposit cash into you bank accounts.[00:06:09] #3 - Don't make any large purchases.[00:08:01] #4 - Don't co-sign for other people.[00:09:10] #5 - Don't change bank accounts.[00:10:00] #6 - Don't apply for new credit.[00:10:40] #7 - Don't close accounts.If you like this podcast, please do not forget to like, share, or comment! We appreciate your support and feedback!

VA loans have a unique combination of features not found with other loan programs. Because a portion of each loan is guaranteed by the VA for the lenders, they can offer more favorable terms. Whether you’re buying your first home, needing more space for your growing family, or downsizing as an empty nester, the VA homebuying benefit can be used over and over. It’s possible to restore entitlement from a prior loan and use it again, making VA loans a benefit for life.So, what is this fee for military veterans? Listen to this episode as we give you some calculation to understand why there's a fee for VA.If you have more questions, reach out head over to myhoustoninsideout.com If you like this episode of the Houston Inside Out podcast, please don't forget to like, share, and comment! We appreciate your support and feedback!

Credit restoration talk with Teresa and Randy Parasiliti from National Credit Federation. National Credit Federation, commonly referred to as NCF, is a nationwide, membership-based organization. Our mission is to help people who are currently in or have successfully come through a financial crisis, take back control of their finances and credit, allowing them to achieve their financial dreams. Call Randy and Teresa at 832-368-4311 or on the web at nationalcreditfederation.net/randy.Shownotes:(02:30) National Credit Federation(06:14) Credit Analysis With All Three Bureaus.(13:42) Credit Karma(21:34) Car Loan(32:06) Car FinancingIf you like this episode of the Houston Inside Out podcast, please don't forget to like, share, and comment! We appreciate your support and feedback!