The search for titles is an integral component of the closure of a vacant land transaction. Real estate investors need to be assured that there is a clear property regardless of who is selling it. This involves getting the deed and paying the money to the property’s actual owner as opposed to someone who thinks...Read More

At Monroe Funding Corporation, we’re all about offering flexible financing needs. If you wish to secure a loan using your home or property equity but banks aren’t willing to give you a chance, we can help. We’ve helped numerous individuals with situations such as being self-employed, being in between jobs, little proof of earnings, and...Read More

If you’re facing financial struggles, you may think there are few options available to you. However, if you’re a homeowner, it may have considerable equity that may help with making ends meet while you get back on your feet provided you use the equity wisely. Your home’s equity may prove to be of value via...Read More

The appraisal is an important part of the refinancing process. Investors need the reassurance that the home value is well above the refinance level. Chances are they won’t accept loans for values too close or even above the appraised value of a home. There are steps one can take to improve the appraisal process. A...Read More

Many homeowners look forward to the day their mortgage is paid off and their home belongs to them, free of debt. Some people may be able to pay cash for the home and own it free and clear from day one. While not many can pay cash for a home even if they wanted to,...Read More

Buying a home means having to make several important decisions. Among them, you’ll need to figure out how you intend to provide financing. This often means choosing between cash or applying for a mortgage. Buying a home with cash has its benefits if you have the means to do so. You can avoid having to...Read More

There is the common term “hard money” which most people are familiar with and then there is “soft” money, which may not seem quite as familiar. These two share a few similarities, but there are also significant differences. Let’s take a brief look at the two and how they may affect you as a borrower....Read More

You’ve secured the hard money loan funds for a fix and flip. As an investor, time is of the essence as it can affect the bottom line because of factors like loan interest payments, changes in the market, or property taxes. Furthermore, the project risk increases as time passes between its purchase and sale. How...Read More

As more people choose to go the hard money lending route versus dealing with the hurdles of a conventional loan, prospective borrowers must do their homework and avoid common mistakes. Let’s explore two of these. For starters, borrowers should have a solid foundation of how much money they need to borrow. Many private loans are...Read More

When it comes to an investment property, there are typically a pair of options to choose from: rent or sell. Selling is generally considered a short term solution while renting is a long term investor strategy. Each option has its pros and cons, though one may be a wiser option for you than the other....Read More