When exploring ways to buy or sell property in your California real estate portfolio, the contract for deed is often a consideration, particularly when buyers are facing challenges with traditional financing methods. This approach simplifies the buying process, avoiding the need for mortgage lenders.
Buyers can have real estate agreements drawn up by a real estate attorney or agent. A title company or Realtor can help the buyer find someone to write a contract if necessary.
Promissory notes are an important part of every mortgage. They're an official representation of your contract and include important details that hold both the borrower and lender accountable.
Generally, you won't get approved by a mortgage lender if you're a temporary worker on a short-term contract without an option for renewal. However, if you use the right lender for your mortgage, you can get approved for a long-term staffing job with a contract that renews.
The lender holds the actual legal title on the property while the borrower will hold equitable title. The lender holds title to the property in the name of the borrower through a document called a Deed of Trust.
If you need to obtain a copy of your mortgage agreement, you will need to do so at the office where the mortgage is filed.
For contract workers, lenders want to know the stability and viability of your employment, along with your monthly income, which they expect will fluctuate. They need to see that your income is high enough to make your mortgage payments, that your income is stable, and that you have a history of repaying your debts.
You need to be sure the contract for deed does not trigger a “due on sale" clause in any existing mortgage. You may be subject to government regulation. Some states or localities require certain real estate sale-disclosure statements.
Generally, you won't get approved by a mortgage lender if you're a temporary worker on a short-term contract without an option for renewal. However, if you use the right lender for your mortgage, you can get approved for a long-term staffing job with a contract that renews.