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A Structured Settlement May Be What You Need
A structured settlement is usually an annuity set up for
recipients of a financial award, normally due to litigation
involving an injury or accident. If you are receiving periodic
payments from a structured settlement or annuity, you may...
Financial Security through Structured Settlements
Structured settlements have become a natural part of personal
injury and worker's compensation claims in the United States,
according to the National Structured Settlements Trade
Association (NSSTA). In 2001, life insurance members of...
Free Credit Report – Watch Out for Scams
Many people may still not be aware of an amendment to the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) that Congress passed last year. This amendment allows U.S. citizens to receive a copy of their credit report, for free, once per year. The plan is being...
Mandatory Credit Counseling for Those Considering Bankruptcy
Most Americans are aware of the sweeping changes in U.S. bankruptcy law that were made by Congress recently. These changes, strongly supported by the credit card industry, were designed to make it more difficult for Americans to file for bankruptcy...
The Time Value of Money
Life is about decisions, whether they relate to your work,
business or personal life. Often ignored is the interplay
between all these areas, and the fact that a little
interdisciplinary thinking can go a long way. This might sound
obtuse, but...
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Financing Your Business Venture
Many small businesses were born during the recession of 2001. One key reason is that during a recession period overhead costs tend to be lower. Still the time comes when a business needs to ascend to higher ground and reach a larger group of consumers. This presents the challenge of finding money to finance your marketing plan. As with any major financing transaction one needs to be prepared with the appropriate documentation at hand as well knowing the methods of finding the best bargain small business loans available. So where do you start?
FIRST STEPS IN SHOPPING FOR BARGAIN LOANS.
1. Calculate what you can afford
Remember to include rates, points and fees.
2.If purchasing a home include insurance and taxes.
3. Get your credit report
4. Put your financial papers in order
These would include:
Bank statements
Mortgage papers
Insurance papers
Car loan papers
Tax ID
Business expense receipts
Taxes overdue
Other loan documentation
Credit reports
Other out-standing debt.
FINDING OUT HOW MUCH YOU CAN TO BORROW
4. Estimate your monthly/annual income
5. subtract income tax payments due
6. Calculate your monthly expenses and subtract this from the above
8. List any outstanding debt and subtract this from the above figure
7. Now figure out your net worth by calculating all assets.
Include investments, auto, home, CD's bonds stock estates etc.
Line 7 is your true net worth.
You would do best to borrow no more than 25% of your net worth.
Line 6 is your financing income. Income you can use for paying on a business loan and as well as other expenses. It's best to use no more than 50% of this and put the rest aside for investment and savings.
Now adjust the amount you wish to borrow based on true net worth and include any outstanding debt you wish to satisfy.
You are now better prepared to ascertain what is needed and what you can afford to request.
FINDING BARGAINS ONLINE
Thanks to the Internet you can become a part of a highly competitive marketplace of lenders competing for your business in a structured bidding system. One such resource is at http://www.mortgageloansearch.net. Consumers shopping for the lowest rates and attractive loan programs simply complete one application that is submitted securely to several lenders at one time. Lending networks like Loanweb.com offers low rate shopping in a highly competitive bid-for-your-business marketplace.
Lenders who win the bid tend to value their potential customer more and are more often willing to
offer you a much better product with greater incentives and lower rates than their competitor. You have more options in choosing the loan that's best for you.
Online Loan Shopping Tips:
1. Don't accept the first or second loan offer.
2. Let lenders know if someone gave you a better offer and let them WIN YOU OVER.
3. Next, check rate trends and calculate loan rates and payments according to the lowest rates offered. This can be easily done online at top lending marketplaces online. Mortgage Loan Search at www.MortgageLoanSearch.net reviews lending marketplaces offering tools, tips and guides to make the loan shopping process possible. Firmly hold to the lowest rates within your reach.
4. Don't give the impression that you absolutely must have this loan now. Your greatest bargaining position is not desperately needing the product being offered.
5. Ask about fees up front. Use the amortization calculator to figure in fees, insurance and tax payments.
FINDING A GOOD LENDER
It is always prudent to seek recommendations from credible sources regarding the lenders who make you an offer online. Seek individuals who have experienced the loan process and closing with the lender, broker and loan officers in question. Among the questions you could ask are:
1. Did the loan process go smoothly?
2. Were all your questions answered?
3. Was the process explained to you?
4. Were all fees discussed candidly?
5. Were there any undisclosed fees charged at closing?
6. Was every effort put forth to give you a deal to your satisfaction?
7. Were you pressured to sign anything against your better judgment?
8. Were all papers signed before funds were issued?
9. Was the settlement package complete?
10. Was there ample time to review all documents before signing?
11. Did you receive funds in a timely manner?
12. Were certificates of satisfaction and deeds of trust properly registered at the courthouse and filed? Were you given originals upon satisfaction of payment?
If you get a positive response regarding the above and you are satisfied with rates and fees offered you’re likely to come out the winner.
About the Author
Mark Askew is editor for Mortgage Loan Search at www.MortgageLoanSearch.net, an extensive grants, lender directory and search engine for financing or refinancing business, home, auto and student loans. Mark writes interest rate news and low rate financing tips and guides to shopping low interest rate loans online.
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