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Reaching out to you and trying to save you thousands of dollars - act now!
August 20th, 2010 3:07 PM
Just wanted to reach out to you – and I would have preferred to call you directly, but frankly, I have been slammed. Many of my clients are saving a lot of money by taking advantage of the unusual opportunity that exists right now, and I wanted to make sure you didn't miss out.

Interest rates have rallied and improved dramatically. Those who are acting quickly are saving. In fact, rates are at an all-time low. Bottom line, they are "smokin' hot" right now – but won't be for long.

Regardless of whether people want to convert their loan to a 15-Year fixed to potentially save over $100,000 in payments over the term…or drop their payment several hundred dollars a month, people are acting now!

However - one thing you have to know…rates are incredibly volatile and are not likely to hold these levels. We might only have a few days to get you approved and look into locking your interest rate at the best rates we will ever see.

Call me quick! Let’s analyze your current loan and see just what we can do to put some money back in your pocket. I never thought I would see rates this low across the board - so don't miss this chance.

I look forward to hearing from you!

P.S. Home sales and home prices continue to improve. Monday, the NAR released information that shows strength in housing. If you are in the market to buy a home, act now before monthly payments increase as both prices and rates move higher.

Or, if you are looking to refinance and could not last year because of home values…you just might be able to now. Call me!”


Posted by Jeff Rockland, LO 0911543, NMLS 180301 on August 20th, 2010 3:07 PMPost a Comment (0)

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New Homebuyer Tax Starts September 2010 - 08.09.10 Watch This Video
August 11th, 2010 9:58 PM
New Homebuyer Tax Starts September 2010If you are thinking about buying a home and have less than 5% down, you better watch this video. If you have 5% down, I need to show you how the new conventional mortgage insurance works. Don't miss the boat, work with a professional mortgage lender who is up to date on wh...at loan programs are currently doing. visit me on line at: www.jeffrockland.com

Posted by Jeff Rockland, LO 0911543, NMLS 180301 on August 11th, 2010 9:58 PMPost a Comment (0)

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Wow! Now I can get rid of my monthly mortgage insurance!!!
July 30th, 2010 5:49 AM
 

This Apple Just Fell From the Tree!!!   Now I can get rid of my monthly mortgage insurance and lower my interest rate!!!!


Conventional Up Front Mortgage Insurance - Have you spoken to your L&G Mortgagebanc Loan Officer lately?   You could be paying hundreds less monthly and saving thousands over the life time of your loan!!!

Call, or, email me today!

Jeff Rockland, LO 0911543, NMLS 180301

L&G Mortgagebanc
BK 114977
(520) 891-0763
jeff@jeffrockland.com


Posted by Jeff Rockland, LO 0911543, NMLS 180301 on July 30th, 2010 5:49 AMPost a Comment (0)

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Just Updated My Blog - Rates are SO LOW!!!! WOW!!!
June 21st, 2010 7:30 AM

If you have been following my Rate Lock Advisory at http://www.jeffrockland.com/BestRatesforTucsonArizonaHomeMortgageLoans

or even if you haven't, you need to check out todays rate sheet:

http://www.jeffrockland.com/RateSheet

Know anyone I can help?  I am here to get you the best rate available.

 

Jeff


Posted by Jeff Rockland, LO 0911543, NMLS 180301 on June 21st, 2010 7:30 AMPost a Comment (0)

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RATES HAVE DROPPED AGAIN - ARE YOU TAKING ADVANTAGE OF THIS RATE DIP?
June 21st, 2010 7:24 AM

WOW!!!!! RATES HAVE DROPPED AGAIN.  ARE YOU STILL WAITING TO REFINANCE OR BUY YOUR DREAM HOME?  DON'T MISS THE BOAT FOLKS!!!  MORTGAGE RATES HAVE DROPPED AND ARE INCREDIBLY LOW!!!

CHECK OUT TODAY'S RATES NOW: http://www.jeffrockland.com/RateSheet


Posted by Jeff Rockland, LO 0911543, NMLS 180301 on June 21st, 2010 7:24 AMPost a Comment (0)

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Attention Real Estate Invesors – Emotions are not invited
June 4th, 2010 10:59 AM

Attention Real Estate Invesors – Emotions are not invited

By jeffrockland

If one is to be successful in any endeavor and maintain success, one needs to be able to plan and adjust plans as needed but one must establish rules which always make sense.  My three rules of a successful real estate investment are as follows:
1) Pay me today – I must buy below current market for the like property so that I can make an immediate profit if I resell.
2) Pay me every month. My property must pay all of it’s own expenses and give me a profit every month.
3) Pay me in the Future – my property must be located in an area which is either in the path of commercial development (creating new ammenities) or in the path of other economic growth and increased value.
In the early 90's there were many such properties to be found.  This trend continued until the late nineties.  In fact, if one understands and commits to the above rules, one can find properties at various points in the general cycles.  However, when one only rellies on one or two of these rules one can get caught with their pants down.  If rents suddenly drop because of changes in the supply and demand of rental units.  If one buys simply because of past appreciation in the hopes of the future pay off while sustaining a monthly loss this is also an extreme gamble.
Choosing the right mortgage for your strategy is also vitally important.  The current state of financial affairs has created a knee jerk reaction in terms of how we view loan programs.  It is almost as if anything but a 15 or 30 year fixed mortgage is part of some Wall Street conspiracy to rape and pillage.  As a professional loan officer for many years that has always specialized in working with real estate investors, I truly believe that while “home is where the heart is,” our interests are usually best served if we don’t let our emotions play tricks on our perception of the property we are considering.  Equally important is to choose a mortgage product that gives you the most bang for your buck.  Real Estate is an incredible financial instrument but you must plan what property makes sense and what mortgage matches your plans and your exit or transition strategy for each property as well.  The best insurance in life is careful preparation that also allows for a back up plan. 

I mentioned the three important rules that should shape your choice of real estate.  Here are rules which can help you establish your choice of mortgage:

1) Choose a payment that is sustainable currently
2) Choose a payment that is sustainable in the future
3) Avoid instant gratification at the expense of future disaster
4) Choose a loan fixed for the amount of time you need it fixed for and then 2-5 years depending on how far off your plans might be.
5) Determine the financial gains and costs to any transaction.  Understand the relationship between rate and closing costs.
6) Work with a professional. With Jeff Rockland (me) as your Licensed Loan Officer, you get advise from an honest mortgage professional that has not only financed millions of dollars of loans but has also bought and developed millions of dollars of real estate.  As a real estate investor, you need to get a great team together that will be part of your success moving forward.  Get a couple real estate agents, a mortgage lender, a good CPA, an insurance agent, and then either an attorney, a management company and,or an education.  There are many expensive lessons out there to be paid for.  Knowledge is power and is easily accessable if you know where to look. 

I have been investing in real estate for 26 years and would love to be part of your success.  Please email me so that we can begin discussing your real estate objectives.


Posted by Jeff Rockland, LO 0911543, NMLS 180301 on June 4th, 2010 10:59 AMPost a Comment (0)

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Time to take another look at your current mortgage and or plans for a home
May 24th, 2010 9:51 PM

Just wanted to reach out to you – and I would have preferred to call you directly, but frankly, I have been slammed. Many of my clients are saving a lot of money by taking advantage of the unusual opportunity that exists right now, and I wanted to make sure you didn't miss out.

Interest rates have rallied and improved dramatically on the heels of the recent European debt concerns…and what is most important is that due to the highly unusual set of circumstances that exist in the market, those who are acting quickly are saving. In fact, Freddie Mac reported last week that rates have met either all-time lows or 2010 lows. Bottom line, they are "smokin' hot" right now – but won't be for long.

Regardless of whether people want to convert their loan to a 15-Year fixed to potentially save over $100,000 in payments over the term…or drop their payment several hundred dollars a month, people are acting now!

However - one thing you have to know…rates are incredibly volatile and are not likely to hold these levels. We might only have a few days to get you approved and look into locking your interest rate at the best rates we will ever see.

Email me quick! Let’s analyze your current loan and see just what we can do to put some money back in your pocket. I never thought I would see rates this low across the board - so don't miss this chance.

I look forward to hearing from you!

P.S. Home sales and home prices continue to improve. Monday, the NAR released information that shows strength in housing. If you are in the market to buy a home, act now before monthly payments increase as both prices and rates move higher.

Or, if you are looking to refinance and could not last year because of home values…you just might be able to now.

Email me!”


Posted by Jeff Rockland, LO 0911543, NMLS 180301 on May 24th, 2010 9:51 PMPost a Comment (0)

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Coating a Roof in Tucson Arizona - Taking care of my home!
May 5th, 2010 6:19 AM

Alright, so here are few posts from my facebook fans page that I just started regarding applying a roof coating.

Day One - My wife was right, I didn't get the sun screen all over my back and now I am a zebra lobster!

MortgageJeff

MortgageJeff Just finished cleaning my roof so that we may re-coat tomorrow. Found a place in Tucson where they manufacture the roof coating that I will use. $65 for a 5 gallon. Not bad.

 

Day Two - (actually just having my coffee now waiting for my hired, much more knowledgeable than I, help to arrive.  Going back up on the roof. By the way...

MortgageJeff Day Two - on the roof. The name of the local store/manufacturer for roof coatings in Rubberized Roof Coatings. They are on Tucson Blvd near Valencia. 5 Gallon tub for $65. They only sell roof coating stuff and the store staff was very helpfull. Their website is www.rubberized.com

They sold me a roll of cloth like fabric that they recommend using with the rubberized coating in layers where there is ponding or cracking.  They don't sell other filler products much as they said that the roofers are not using these as much since they crack.  I will obviously learn more on the roof today with my help and will report back this evening


Posted by Jeff Rockland, LO 0911543, NMLS 180301 on May 5th, 2010 6:19 AMPost a Comment (0)

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FHA raises rates on up front Mortgage Insurance, Feds stop buying MBS and USDA funds running out
April 21st, 2010 4:52 PM

Lots of information in the news these days.  What is a first time home buyer to think?  Chances are, if you have never purchased a home, you find this activity quite scary.  The news doesn't help.  You see foreclosure news and you think that this market could get worse.  You might have saved a little money but do not want to put this money at risk.  If you wait, you think that perhaps you will get a better deal or even that the market will go back up and you will then feel encouraged to join the movement.

My advise?  Choose a path that is suited to your life.  If you plan to be living in the same town you are living in for at least 5-10 years, now would be a good time to make a comparison between the pros and cons of renting vs. owning.  http://www.jeffrockland.com/RentvsBuyCalc

I have 3 concepts that guide my real estate purchase decision:

1) Can you by this property for a price below the current appraisal?

2) Can you increase your cash flow (taking into account taxes, appreciation, payment of principle and possible rents) by purchasing this property?  With this calculation, I like to look at the cost of all funds going into the purchase.  Additionally, if I am buying a multi-unit property and renting out the units that I won't occupy, then I count these units and their costs and expenses as well.

3) Are you buying a good property with a minimum of the following:

a) property is priced and sized as average or smaller (and cheaper) than the majority of houses in the neighborhood.  By the Chevy in the Benz neighborhood.  Not the other way around.

b) neighborhood has potential for increases in values that can clearly be identified.

c) property has no "unique" or "strange" features.  Do not overlook bad Feng Shui, poor construction or design choices, un-permitted additions, unknown materials.  It will always be harder to sell a property that has problems.  On the other hand, some problems are easy to fix and can result in your great fortune.  The thing is, do you know the difference? 

Ultimately, buying a home is a huge decision, especially the first time you do it.  Having a professional team which includes an expert realtor and mortgage professional is essential.  Finding people you can trust to look out for your interests is an important first step. Unfortunately, our current real estate market has made many buyers distrustful of all real estate professionals.  Buyers often waste a lot of time trying to get several loan companies to give them a quote before deciding who to go with.  What buyers need to understand is that lenders cannot guarentee a quote until a borrower is approved.  So, instead of choosing a lender based on something that is completely unreliable, it is a lot smarted to get to know what to look for in a lender and to find someone you are comfortable with that will get the job done. 

Todays best choice is a mortgage bank.  This is because the mortgage bank funds it's own loans, can approve it's own loans and still has more choices than a Retail Bank and more reliable approvals than a Broker.  L&G Mortgagebanc has been originating loans for 25 years.  We are a mortgage bank with offices through out the country.  Our unique underwriting process and protocol for intaking loans gives us a great advantage over any other Mortgage Banks that I am aware of. 

If you want to get a solid approval for a loan and advice from someone that has been buying and financing real estate since 1984, call Jeff Rockland at L&G Mortgagebanc 520-891-0763. 


Posted by Jeff Rockland, LO 0911543, NMLS 180301 on April 21st, 2010 4:52 PMPost a Comment (0)

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