Archive for the ‘Preapproval’ Category

Weaknesses of VaR Approaches (2010-3-29)

It is worth concluding on the subject of VaR by reiterating that it is not a panacea and its results must be treated with caution. Ninety-nine percent confidence levels sound very impressive but for a one-day holding period mean that in one day in 100 we should expect greater losses than specified:
Most models assume normal [...]

Preapproval Recommended (2008-11-28)

It’s also advisable to have a mortgage preapproval ready before any FSBO shopper starts searching for possible FSBO purchases. With a mortgage preapproval, the FSBO shopper can close the purchase almost immediately. This is an additional negotiating advantage for the savvy buyer.
Other shoppers who have not yet obtained a mortgage preapproval will normally [...]