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No-Doc Loans Returning?

The undocumented income or no-doc loans got a bad reputation when the housing crisis occurred. Some borrowers who used the loans misstated and inflated their income, (some with the support from now out-of-business brokers). The loans thus became labeled, "liar loans". But experts say these types and other alternative loans may soon be making a comeback.

Many Mortgage Banker's say there's little appetite for no-doc loans at this time and they aren't sure when these types of loans will return. They do believe they will make a comeback, and could return in as short as six months, because there is definitely a segment of borrowers that can only use this product to help them purchase a home. Because there is definitely a segment of [The loans] will come back at some point; it's just a matter of how fast the economy turns around and how fast we get back to a period when lenders and investors are willing to take on some level of risk.

I have noticed that the self-employed who are actually appropriately qualified are finding that getting a loan is a bit difficult. The no-doc loans have been painted with a broad brush by the media and some political circles as being a nasty product but, but for those of you who are self-employed know, it's the only product you can use to qualify. If you can't wait for the no-doc loans, are unable to to fully document your income and are looking to purchase or re-finance soon, it's important that you go above and beyond to document and prove your credit-worthiness. You should provide contracts, bill payment history, and any tax information you have. The key is to be creative—be active in your attempt to convince the lender that you are a low-risk borrower, in spite of your inability to fully document your income.

Some say the overcorrection to the lending industry has missed the real issue. I believe the elimination of a particular type of loan does not solve the problem. Various types of mortgages are needed to meet the needs of diverse borrowers. The real disaster occurred not because of one type of loan but instead because of a lack of accountability—the lender making the loan wasn't necessarily concerned if the loan defaulted because these risky mortgages were pushed off lenders' books and packaged up and sold to third parties.

President Obama has also proposed a plan to help overhaul the financial regulatory system. This would require lenders to retain a portion of the loans they originate.

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Georgia on Your Mind

Most people know that Georgia is "The Peach State." You may not realize that Georgia also boasts a state amphibian, bird, wildflower, marine mammal and insect. If you're going to call Georgia your home, then it's time to study up on some facts:

The Green Tree Frog is the state amphibian

The Azalea is the state wild-flower

The Right Whale is the state marine mammal

The Tiger Swallowtail is the state butterfly

The Vidalia union is the official state vegtable

The peanut is the state crop

The Gopher Tortoise is the state reptile

The shark tooth is the state fossil

The Brown Thrasher is the state bird

The Largemouth Bass is the official state fish

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INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT ATLANTA, GA

FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW!

Hello and welcome to Atlanta! Did you know that Atlanta is the fastest growing city in the United States (total population). A glorious shinny city with some of the most interesting history in the United States. Atlanta is known as the birth place of the civil rights movement. Dr. Martin Luther King started the worldwide "Civil Rights" movement here in Atlanta. He had the support of many black and white leaders in this gigantic undertaking. Atlanta's 100 year history of interracial harmony between blacks and whites helped draw the 100 year "Centennial Olympic Games" to Atlanta in 1996. Did you know the games were held only two (2) miles from where Dr. King preached. The Margaret Mitchell House is a museum to a book about the Antebellum South, "Gone With The Wind". This book is the most printed novel in the history of the world!!!

Atlanta is the only city in North America that has been destroyed by fire as an act of war. The Etowah Indian burial grounds tell of the powerful Cherokee and Creek American Indians who once dominated the Atlanta area. Metro Atlanta is a thriving high tech business community with more fiber optic cable than any other city in the United States. Atlanta attracts new business every day! Atlanta is one of the cleanest cities in the U.S. as well. Delta pilots (Delta Airlines originated in Atlanta along with CokeCola, CNN, and other corporate giants) say that Atlanta is the "Greenest" city in the United States. Many large oak trees line the streets. From the air these trees create a blanket of green.

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OLDE ATLANTA CLUB, FORSYTH COUNTY, GEORGIA

Olde Atlanta Club is one of Forsyth County, Georgia's premier golf club communities. Located along the panoramic Chattahoochee River valley and just two miles from North Fulton County, Olde Atlanta is a beautiful sidewalk community of some 640 homes on 594 acres. Running through the community is the challenging semi-private 6,789-yard Old Atlanta Golf Course, which was designed by the renowned architect Arthur Hills. This championship golf course has earned accolades for its many exciting and beautiful golf holes. The handsome homes in the community were built by Centex Homes between 1993 and 2000. Olde Atlanta has many wonderful amenities including a large clubhouse, two swimming pools, six tennis courts and a big tot lot. Residents actively compete on some 14 ALTA league teams and the neighborhood is blessed with an array of social and civic groups. Children from the Olde Atlanta Club attend Settles Bridge Elementary, South Forsyth Middle School, and South Forsyth High School.

Average Price range: $260,000 to $550,000.

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