Columbus Neighborhoods – Short North

The Short North neighborhood in Columbus, OH is a well-known, popular neighborhood centered on the main strip of High Street immediately north of downtown and extending just south of the Ohio State University campus area. It is a highly walkable community filled with restaurants, pubs, shops, art galleries, coffee houses and nightlife.   History The name “Short North” traces its roots […]

FHA Reduces Waiting Period for Borrowers Who Experienced a Short Sale, Foreclosure or Deed-In-Lieu

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is allowing borrowers who went through a bankruptcy, foreclosure, deed-in-lieu, or short sale to re-enter the market and purchase a home using an FHA insured mortgage in as little as 12 months, according to a mortgage letter released Friday 8/23/13. Currently borrowers who experienced a foreclosure, deed-in-lieu, or short sale must […]

Waiting Period After a Short Sale

Across the country home values have fallen 33% since their peak in 2006. In light of such it’s no surprise that many Americans today have a short sale in their credit histories. With many wanting to become homeowners again, a question we commonly receive is when can I buy a house after a short sale? First and […]