Easing Mortgage Standards
February 23, 2015

Easing Mortgage Standards

Mortgage standards appear to be loosening in what will be a critical factor in aiding the housing recovery. After a period of tight standards in the wake of the housing bust, lenders, with assistance from the government, are easing credit for homebuyers. Among some of the positive changes are an increase in low downpayment programs and lower minimum credit scores.

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Michael Anderson
Michael Anderson 249 posts

Over the course of his 30-year career, Michael Anderson has worked in the residential development industry in the Pacific Northwest, Northern California and Southern California. He has acquired residential land in excess of $300M for both land development and homebuilding entities and has overseen the construction of approximately 2500 homes. Currently, in semi-retirement, and based out of Newport Beach, CA, Michael continues to invest in and stay abreast of the land markets.

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