Posts Tagged ‘divorce mortgage texas’
Should I Remove My Ex-Spouse From the Mortgage Before or After Divorce?
The short answer is yes—if possible, you should understand your mortgage options before your divorce is finalized, not after. One of the first questions people ask me during a divorce consultation is, “Richard, when should I remove my ex from the mortgage?” Unfortunately, many people don’t ask that question until it’s too late. After more…
Read MoreHow AI is Changing the Way Texans Shop for a Mortgage- Why You Still Need a Local Expert
Artificial intelligence is reshaping nearly every industry, and the mortgage world is no exception. From AI-powered rate comparison tools to chatbots that explain loan terms at midnight, today’s homebuyers in Dallas, Plano, Frisco, and McKinney have more information at their fingertips than any generation before them. That’s mostly a good thing. But there’s a critical…
Read MoreCash-Out vs Rate-and-Term Refinance in Texas: What Divorce Clients Must Know
If you’re going through a divorce in Texas—or advising someone who is (this is meant for your divorce attorneys)—understanding the difference between a cash-out refinance and a rate-and-term refinance isn’t just helpful. It can directly impact: Whether the home can be kept How much equity can be accessed And how much the loan will cost…
Read MoreAre Your Owelty Liens Costing Clients Thousands?
If you’re a family law attorney in Texas—or going through a divorce involving real estate—there’s one critical question you need to ask: Is the Owelty Lien structured correctly for financing? Have you double checked the title history? An existing Texas cashout refinance will prevent the use of an Owelty lien. This means that no division…
Read MoreHow I Helped a Homeowner Complete a Divorce Equity Buyout With Low Credit Scores
Divorce often forces one of the most difficult financial decisions a homeowner will ever make: how to keep the house while buying out a spouse’s equity. In Texas, the best method is through an Owelty lien, but most lenders either don’t understand Owelty liens—or avoid them altogether. They try to force you into a more…
Read MoreWhy More Family Law Attorneys and Homeowners Choose Richard Woodward, During a Divorce Mortgage Transaction
Divorce is one of the most stressful transitions a family can face — emotionally, legally, and financially. When a home, mortgage, or equity buyout is involved, the decisions you make today can impact your financial stability for years. As a Certified Divorce Lending Specialist and a mortgage lender with 25+ years of experience, I help…
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