Have Lake Hartwell all to yourself!

Now that school has started Lake Hartwell seems empty! Yay! For those of us who live on the lake year round we love to have the sandy beaches & quiet coves all to ourselves. Don't get me wrong, I want as many people to enjoy our lake as possible but I love the quiet and serenity that fall & winter bring to the lake. Now is a great time to take a tour of Lake Hartwell. Contact Captain Gary W. Smith to set your tour up! Visit his website: http://www.LakeHartwellBoatTours.com and Visit his Blog: http://LakeHartwellBoatTours.blogspot.com for an entertaining read about boating tails, experiences & instruction.

FHA Appraisal Requriements

Below is a list of the FHA appraisal requirements. I hope you find this helpful for your home buyers obtaining an FHA mortgage. This does not include everything, but does include what seems to be the most common problems. I hope that this may help to reduce the number of re-inspections thereby reducing overall fees to the customer.

1. Roof: Must have a minimum of 2 years remaining life. If the roof looks okay, the appraiser will assume it's serviceable and okay. However, if there are torn shingles or any obvious problems, i.e. apparent leaks, etc., the appraiser will call for an inspection.

2. Electrical: Exposed/naked wires are an obvious hazard and must be properly covered. Covered means switch plate covers, outlet covers, no naked wires hanging out of walls, electrical wire caps for splices must be contained in a junction box, etc.

3. No obvious signs of rotten wood, no obvious signs of wood-boring insects or other infestation, all exterior wood must have an all-weather covering (paint, siding, etc.).

4. Crawlspace: No standing water or excessive moisture, no debris since this invites infestation. Recommended minimum height of crawlspace is 18 inches.

5. All utilities must be on.

6. Plumbing: All fixtures should be present and functional. No leaks should be observed. Must have Hot Water.

7. HVAC must be functional.

8. Cooking source is required, i.e. Stove.

9. Windows must open. (On older houses, windows often get painted shut)

10. Carpets/Flooring/Walls should be in average condition overall with no major repairs needed.

Mortgage Rates! Great!

Rate Sheet
Raymond Duncan @ Bank of America Home Loans4122 Clemson Blvd. Anderson SC 29621
Rates below are closest to 1 point, and other point options are available. Rates can vary depending on down payment amounts and credit scores.
FHA Mortgages up to 96.5% Financing (No minimum credit score required)
15 year fixed 4.375% 0.5 point
30 year fixed 4.8755% 0.75 points
3/1 ARM 3.750% 0.875 points
VA Mortgages up to 100% Financing ( No minimum credit score required)
15 year fixed 4.375% 0.75 points
30 year fixed 4.875% 1.0 point
Conventional Mortgages up to 95% Financing
15 year fixed 4.25% 0.625 points
30 year fixed 4.875% 0.75 point
3/1 3.875% 0.75 point
*****Rates quoted above are based on a $150,000.00 purchase price and credit score of 720*********Private Mortgage insurance may apply***********Escrowing of taxes and insurance is required if LTV is over 80%******
Jumbo Mortgages up to 80% financing
15 year fixed 5.25% 0.625 points
30 year fixed 5.375% 1.0 points
*****Rates quoted above are based on $695,000.00 purchase price and credit score of 720**********Rates quoted with escrows of taxes and insurance*****
Jumbo Loans up to $3,000,000.00
15 year fixed 5.375% 0.375 points
30 year fixed 5.625% 0.875 point
Used purchase price of 4,275,000.00 with loan amount of $2,992,500.00 and 720 credit score…
Products, rates, and terms are subject to change without notice. Bank of America Home Loans is an equal housing lender.