Tuesday, October 21, 2014
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It amazes me how frequently I hear people confuse MDB and DEX, as if they are related. Allow me to end that rumor right here. The only correlation between DEX and MDB is that they are two separate and distinct technologies that happen to reside in modern day vending machines.So what is DEX?DEX was brought to the industry in the late 1980s to provide better audit capabilities. The bottlers brought DEX, a uniform commercial code set up across many industries, to vending when they implemented DEX for communications between a route handheld and a grocery stores computer system. Since many bottler route drivers performed direct store delivery (DSD) as well as service of can/bottle machines, it made sense for their handheld to communicate with the vending machines they serviced as well as the stores.As often happened due to their size, resources and commitment to implementing technology, the bottlers took the leadership position, and the National Automatic Merchandising Association Technology Committee (made up mostly of engineers and industry suppliers) followed suit, adopting DEX as our industry standard.DEX is our standard for an ASCII code-based electronic audit file, a way to communicate information such as sales, cash in bill validators, coins in coin boxes, sales of units by selection, pricing, door openings, and much more. It is created either locally by the VMC (Vending Machine Controller often called the brain of an electronic machine) or created by a retrofit DEX device in older electromechanical (dip switch) machines.DEX is the result of the VMC storing information on an interval basis (the interval of time since the last DEX reading) and cumulative basis (since the VMC was first installed or the machine went into service). The VMC accumulates the data and transmits it in DEX format over the DEX port when requested.DEX data is quite useful and extensive. It eliminates the need for route people to write what they loaded into a machine on a route card. It also makes it unnecessary to manually input this information into a handheld. But the feature of DEX that gets most companies excited and starting to DEX their machines is the accuracy of cash accountability. There is no more second guessing what was to be collected out of the machine.DEX data is downloaded to a handheld device or transmitted via a remote monitoring device over to software that can parse the information into useful reports. DEX is downloaded using a 0.25-inch stereo plug (exactly like the one with your old stereo headphones from the 70s).When downloaded to a handheld, DEX is parsed and compared to planogram information unique to that machine that was stored in the handheld. This informs the route driver how many units of each product he/she has to load back into the machine to bring it back up to par.Remote monitoring devices (wireless, LAN or telephone) can forward DEX, usually via the Internet, to a central computer where the software performs the same tasks as the handheld, but from the headquarters. This gives vendors the opportunity to pre-assemble items for locations before drivers leave and efficiently pack route trucks with only the necessary products. Approximately 60 to 70 percent of the machines currently deployed have native DEX, meaning the machines come with a VMC that produces DEX. Sometimes a newer version of firmware for the VMC and a DEX download cable are required to be added to enable DEX. Older electronic and electromechanical machines not equipped with DEX can be retrofitted with either a new VMC that provides DEX (and many of the features found in new machines) or with a retrofit DEX audit device.Multi drop busMDB (multi drop bus) relates to the different payment systems interfacing together. When vending machines were electromechanical (using dip switches), bill validators and cashless systems had to run through the coin mechanisms. There were a slew of different connectors to interface to all the different types of coin mechs on the market, and it was very confusing since there was no industry standard.Even early electronic machines, which had VMC, didnt have standard connections. They used a serial interface (such as MicroMech), but additional devices, like bill validators or cashless systems, still had to be connected to and emulate the coin mechanisms.If it wasnt for the NAMA and European Vending Association (EVA) getting together in the 1990s and working in a cooperative spirit to write the MDB specification, we would probably still be struggling through proprietary interfaces and the nightmare of connectors. MDB is an international standard co-authored by NAMA and EVA, and is present in almost every vending machine worldwide except for the Far East, which has its own standards.MDB electrical bus for interfacingMDB was the first attempt by the industry to come up with a standard interface for all transactional electronic devices (coin mechanism, bill validator or cashless system) to be able to interface through an electrical bus to the VMC. This electrical bus provides one standard male and female connector, both of which are found on all MDB vending transactional electronic devices.An MDB device should have a y-MDB connection, providing for a piggyback connection from one MDB device to another. I typically like to compare MDB to the USB port on a personal computer (PC). USB is an international electrical bus standard which supplies an electrical connection and protocol for connecting peripheral devices (such as a mouse) to a PC.Likewise, the MDB is the vending industrys international standard for providing an electrical connection with protocol for peripheral devices (in this case, an example would be a coin mech) to the VMC. The one thing MDB does that USB doesnt do is that MDB provides sufficient power to operate the transactional device. (USB can power very low draw devices, but it wasnt designed to power most PC peripheral devices.) When an MDB device is connected to an MDB machine, the device identifies itself to the machine as to the type of device it is (coin mech, bill validator or cashless system) and the currency for which the MDB device is programmed to receive.The VMC recognizes and enables the MDB device for operation, after which the MDB device and VMC communicate constantly. The dialogue establishes that a machine is active for taking in currency or cashless, transmitting each activity that occurs with the MDB device, such as each occurrence of a coin being accepted into a coin mechanism, a bill being accepted into a bill validator, or a credit card, tap-and-go device or keyfob being accepted by a cashless system). The machine establishes a monetary credit and shows the credit on the display. Since the VMC is the brains of the machine, it determines if enough credit is present in the machine to enable a vend.When a vend occurs, the VMC communicates back to the transactional device MDB to complete the transaction. For a coin mech, it means pay back change, for a bill validator, stack the bill from escrow; for a cashless device, it means transmit the vend price and transactional information over to the processor or local card server (college), and for a stored value cashless system, it means writing new stored value back to the magnetic card or smart token or keyfob.Error Message CommunicationOne of the very nice features of MDB is that MDB devices communicate status to the VMC. This means if there is a problem with a device, the device communicates a message to the VMC indicating the error. Examples of this are bill jams, bill stacker capacity status, coin mech problems, etc. This feature is particularly useful when used with remote data collection systems, where error messages can be forwarded to field service personnel via text messages or email.Tracking vending activity through MDBWhen MDB was originally conceived, MDB communications was limited to transaction device identification and operational communications between the device and the VMC. Information such as vend selection was not available, mainly because it is internal to the VMC and does not need to be transmitted on the MDB. Eventually, cashless device suppliers lobbied NAMA/EVA to change the specifications for the MDB to accommodate transmission of selection information on the MDB, so that information is now available. Some cashless and remote data communication providers choose to bypass DEX and derive audit information from MDB communications. While it is possible to derive sales and selection choices, the information produced by MDB is not as detailed as DEX, because it was never intended to be.DEX and MDB are clearly distinct technologies. DEX allows product auditing, cash accountability and possible pre-kitting, while MDB is the means in which various transactional devices operate and communicate with the brains of the vending machine. DEX is used with a handheld unit or remote monitoring, of which the MDB is an internal component. Both DEX and MDB were meant to make it easier to deploy useful.
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
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It is disappointing to see how many people lose millions of dollars due to inadequate planning for their exit. Worse, many companies are forced to shut their doors because they fail to lure a buyer. The worthless exit is heartbreaking. With just right planning, preparation and application, you can see your company attracting high value offers. Consider the following strategies to get maximum valuation of your small business.
Don't Wait Too Long
Many business owners take too long to decide on selling the business; and by the time they make their mind, the income stagnates or they become too old to run the company. The best time to sell a business is when it is still booming. But that doesn't mean you should hurry, even if you urgently need a pile of cash. The buyers have a strong power to sense your urgency and they will surely take advantage of it during negotiation.
So, the optimum idea is to begin the preparation earlier. It will provide you enough time to put things in order without much panic.
Eliminate Debtors and Worthless Inventory
Nobody likes to purchase a firm with a history full of long term non-payers or inventory flooded with out-of-date products. For non-payers, try to collect as much of balance as possible or just write them off. Clear up the pile of long-stored inventory and sell them. If needed, offer suitable discounts. These burdens will do nothing good except drowning you down.
Clean up Financial Records
The buyers are crazy for a company with accurate financial records. They are going to bombard questions on financial strength of your company. Prepare a clean record of all the tangible and intangible assets including trademarks, patents, equipments, contracts and inventory. When selling a business, you should make the balance sheet and taxation position representable.
Strengthen the Legal Stuff
People interested in buying your firm will surely focus on the ownership and structure of the company. Do you comply with all the regulations? Any ambiguity in the contracts with suppliers and clients can negatively affect the valuation of the firm.
Focus on the Growth of Business
Right from the inception of the sales process, make growth the motto of your business. The skyrocketing performance pushes the valuations higher and higher. Consider building a strong management team. It is always better to have your own management body answer the questions of prospective buyer rather than handing them a written manual. The buyer also wants to know roles of key people in the firm and how long they are likely to stay.
Don't Make Yourself Central to the Business
People putting huge sum to purchase any company are mostly very smart. They know that after selling you'll leave the firm. And if you happen to be the most crucial person behind success of the enterprise, how will it fare without you in future? At least, that's what they think. Therefore, when you plan your exit, start training your managers to handle critical decisions and issues to enhance the saleability of business.
These steps are the backbone of increasing valuation of a firm before selling. Undoubtedly, they consume time, so it's better to start the process early.
Don't Wait Too Long
Many business owners take too long to decide on selling the business; and by the time they make their mind, the income stagnates or they become too old to run the company. The best time to sell a business is when it is still booming. But that doesn't mean you should hurry, even if you urgently need a pile of cash. The buyers have a strong power to sense your urgency and they will surely take advantage of it during negotiation.
So, the optimum idea is to begin the preparation earlier. It will provide you enough time to put things in order without much panic.
Eliminate Debtors and Worthless Inventory
Nobody likes to purchase a firm with a history full of long term non-payers or inventory flooded with out-of-date products. For non-payers, try to collect as much of balance as possible or just write them off. Clear up the pile of long-stored inventory and sell them. If needed, offer suitable discounts. These burdens will do nothing good except drowning you down.
Clean up Financial Records
The buyers are crazy for a company with accurate financial records. They are going to bombard questions on financial strength of your company. Prepare a clean record of all the tangible and intangible assets including trademarks, patents, equipments, contracts and inventory. When selling a business, you should make the balance sheet and taxation position representable.
Strengthen the Legal Stuff
People interested in buying your firm will surely focus on the ownership and structure of the company. Do you comply with all the regulations? Any ambiguity in the contracts with suppliers and clients can negatively affect the valuation of the firm.
Focus on the Growth of Business
Right from the inception of the sales process, make growth the motto of your business. The skyrocketing performance pushes the valuations higher and higher. Consider building a strong management team. It is always better to have your own management body answer the questions of prospective buyer rather than handing them a written manual. The buyer also wants to know roles of key people in the firm and how long they are likely to stay.
Don't Make Yourself Central to the Business
People putting huge sum to purchase any company are mostly very smart. They know that after selling you'll leave the firm. And if you happen to be the most crucial person behind success of the enterprise, how will it fare without you in future? At least, that's what they think. Therefore, when you plan your exit, start training your managers to handle critical decisions and issues to enhance the saleability of business.
These steps are the backbone of increasing valuation of a firm before selling. Undoubtedly, they consume time, so it's better to start the process early.
Friday, October 10, 2014
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Paying for college has become challenging for many people. The current state of the economy is forcing the costs of tuition to increase. Some of the more established loan and grant sources are drying up. This is putting many high school graduates in a position where they have to search for new loan sources. Many high school counselors are encouraging some of their students to enroll in the military, in order to save money and qualify for The G.I. Bill.
Most people know about federal government loans and grants, but there are some people who do not meet the qualifications that are required to receive funding from these sources. Where can one turn to when he or she is not approved for a grant or federal government loan? Fortunately, private student loans are available for individuals that are interested in furthering their education. Recent statistics show, that more people are applying for private student loans as time progresses.
Finding collegiate private loan sources is not as difficult as some may think. Consulting with academic advisors is one way of getting more information on private sources that are offering money for college. There are also many books that contain multiple listings of outfits, which have private money to spare. These books can be found within libraries and book stores.
Receiving private funding for education is a serious step, which should only be taken by someone who is willing to commit to earning a degree. One must be prepared to pay the principal and interest back, once their education is completed. This is one factor that is often taken lightly by many. Next are a few tips that can help college graduates handle a private student loan responsibly.
Earn A Degree
Earning a degree is the entire purpose of getting a loan. Coursework should be the top priority for all students who are using private funding. It would be a waste of time for one to get a private loan, and fail to finish college.
Double Payments
Future installment payments are expected out of borrowers. It is okay to make timely installment payments, but one should pay more than what is required monthly. Doubling the payments can help one pay off the loan sooner. This strategy also attacks the interest rate that is attached to the loan.
Supplemental Income
A full time job may not be enough to address private student loans. This is certainly true when it comes to a dental school loan. Getting an extra job can help secure more capital, and alleviate any tension that usually derives from paying back student loans.
Paying for college is becoming more challenging, due to the present state of the economy. Fortunately, private student loans are available for anyone who cannot get a grant or federal aid. Following the three tips listed above, can help anyone manage private student loans successfully.
Most people know about federal government loans and grants, but there are some people who do not meet the qualifications that are required to receive funding from these sources. Where can one turn to when he or she is not approved for a grant or federal government loan? Fortunately, private student loans are available for individuals that are interested in furthering their education. Recent statistics show, that more people are applying for private student loans as time progresses.
Finding collegiate private loan sources is not as difficult as some may think. Consulting with academic advisors is one way of getting more information on private sources that are offering money for college. There are also many books that contain multiple listings of outfits, which have private money to spare. These books can be found within libraries and book stores.
Receiving private funding for education is a serious step, which should only be taken by someone who is willing to commit to earning a degree. One must be prepared to pay the principal and interest back, once their education is completed. This is one factor that is often taken lightly by many. Next are a few tips that can help college graduates handle a private student loan responsibly.
Earn A Degree
Earning a degree is the entire purpose of getting a loan. Coursework should be the top priority for all students who are using private funding. It would be a waste of time for one to get a private loan, and fail to finish college.
Double Payments
Future installment payments are expected out of borrowers. It is okay to make timely installment payments, but one should pay more than what is required monthly. Doubling the payments can help one pay off the loan sooner. This strategy also attacks the interest rate that is attached to the loan.
Supplemental Income
A full time job may not be enough to address private student loans. This is certainly true when it comes to a dental school loan. Getting an extra job can help secure more capital, and alleviate any tension that usually derives from paying back student loans.
Paying for college is becoming more challenging, due to the present state of the economy. Fortunately, private student loans are available for anyone who cannot get a grant or federal aid. Following the three tips listed above, can help anyone manage private student loans successfully.
Wednesday, October 8, 2014
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If you are like most people, when you apply for a credit card, you tend to concentrate on its most obvious features: rate, rewards, credit line and the like. While these are all important issues that you should evaluate carefully before you choose a new card, they are not the only factors to consider. Many credit cards probably even some you already own include several very helpful features that many people forget to ever use.
# 1: Purchase Protection
Many credit cards today include a purchase protection program, which is exactly what it sounds like a short-term warranty on most items you buy. A purchase protection program will generally apply for 90 days from the date that you buy a new item, although the exact period can vary from one card company to another. If, during that time, your purchase breaks or is stolen, the credit card company will refund you its purchase price, up to ,000 from MasterCard and American Express and 0 from Visa. Make sure you examine the policy detail of each card you are considering, since they can sometimes vary considerably.
# 2: Warranty Extensions
In addition to the short-term coverage offered by the purchase protection program, many credit cards also include an actual extension of the original manufacturer's warranty for many purchases. This extension will generally not apply to certain items, such as cars and other motorized vehicles; for the items to which it does apply, however, it will generally double the coverage period of the original warranty, up to one year.
# 3: Online Discounts
Virtually every major credit card company has an online shopping portal that you can access by logging on to their official web site. This shopping portal will provide often significant discounts on purchases you make from a wide variety of major retailers.
# 4: Rental Car Damage Coverage
Car rental companies will generally offer you short-term coverage to ensure that you are not held liable for any damage if you get into an accident will driving a rented vehicle. However, with most credit cards, you already have this coverage automatically. The card will pay you back for your out-of-pocket expenses if you find yourself in this type of situation, including the deductible from your personal car insurance as well as any towing, administrative and other costs the rental company may charge you. The details of these programs will vary from card to card as well, such as the rental period that is covered and how any personal belongings lost or stolen are handled.
# 5: Luggage Reimbursement
You can also file a claim for the total cost of your luggage if it is lost or damaged while you are traveling by almost any means besides a car. Again, the specific details will vary from credit card to credit card; most major cards will limit the total amount they will cover to about ,000 per trip, and most will only cover the difference between the value of your luggage and any reimbursement you receive from the travel company.
Of course, no perk is sufficient reason on its own to apply for a credit card you do not need, or will not be able to use responsibly. If, however, you genuinely do need the card, choosing one that offers the best possible perks and then taking full advantage of them is only common sense.
# 1: Purchase Protection
Many credit cards today include a purchase protection program, which is exactly what it sounds like a short-term warranty on most items you buy. A purchase protection program will generally apply for 90 days from the date that you buy a new item, although the exact period can vary from one card company to another. If, during that time, your purchase breaks or is stolen, the credit card company will refund you its purchase price, up to ,000 from MasterCard and American Express and 0 from Visa. Make sure you examine the policy detail of each card you are considering, since they can sometimes vary considerably.
# 2: Warranty Extensions
In addition to the short-term coverage offered by the purchase protection program, many credit cards also include an actual extension of the original manufacturer's warranty for many purchases. This extension will generally not apply to certain items, such as cars and other motorized vehicles; for the items to which it does apply, however, it will generally double the coverage period of the original warranty, up to one year.
# 3: Online Discounts
Virtually every major credit card company has an online shopping portal that you can access by logging on to their official web site. This shopping portal will provide often significant discounts on purchases you make from a wide variety of major retailers.
# 4: Rental Car Damage Coverage
Car rental companies will generally offer you short-term coverage to ensure that you are not held liable for any damage if you get into an accident will driving a rented vehicle. However, with most credit cards, you already have this coverage automatically. The card will pay you back for your out-of-pocket expenses if you find yourself in this type of situation, including the deductible from your personal car insurance as well as any towing, administrative and other costs the rental company may charge you. The details of these programs will vary from card to card as well, such as the rental period that is covered and how any personal belongings lost or stolen are handled.
# 5: Luggage Reimbursement
You can also file a claim for the total cost of your luggage if it is lost or damaged while you are traveling by almost any means besides a car. Again, the specific details will vary from credit card to credit card; most major cards will limit the total amount they will cover to about ,000 per trip, and most will only cover the difference between the value of your luggage and any reimbursement you receive from the travel company.
Of course, no perk is sufficient reason on its own to apply for a credit card you do not need, or will not be able to use responsibly. If, however, you genuinely do need the card, choosing one that offers the best possible perks and then taking full advantage of them is only common sense.
Friday, October 3, 2014
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It might seem that getting a VA home loan with bad credit is easy when a military veteran wants to buy a new home. But there are some aspects to these loans that need to be taken into account. Not least is the fact that there is criteria that need to be met.
As part of the 1944 Serviceman's Readjustment Act (also known as the GI Bill), war veterans can qualify for bad credit home loans guaranteed by the VA and purchase their own homes. All that is needed from them is a minimal down payment, and a commitment to repaying the loan on schedule - just like with any loan.
For that reason, getting VA home loan approval despite bad credit is easy if the applicant can tick all of the right boxes.
VA Guarantee
Seeking a loan, not just a VA home loan, with bad credit can be a challenge, with many traditional lenders preferring to stay clear of the perceived risks involved. But the significant aspect of VA loans is that they are partly guaranteed.
As a result, the pressure on the borrower to meet to the expectations of lenders is lessened. A bad credit home loan guaranteed by the VA basically means that the need to come up with a large down payment is removed, while the interest rate is lowered to reflect the security that such a guarantee provides.
However, the guarantee only covers 25% of the value of the home, so funds are limited. Getting VA home loan approval despite bad credit might be easier, but it does not provide enough to buy a large mansion. They are, after all, designed to help war veterans get back on their feet by having a home of their own.
Prepare Properly
It is important to understand that simply having been in the military is no guarantee that a VA home loan, with bad credit a factor or not, will be secured. This is why properly preparing your application is important.
The most pressing matter is the bad credit rating. This rating can be drastically improved by taking out a series of small short-term loans, and repaying them promptly, thus increasing the score. Even the terms of a bad credit home loan guaranteed by the VA can be improved if the credit score is higher.
Another choice is to take out a consolidating loan to take control of the various sources of debt. Lenders see this as a proactive move to handle existing debt, and so are more comfortable granting VA home loan approval despite bad credit.
The Qualifications Required
Of course, like any loan, in order to qualify for a VA home loan with bad credit, it is necessary to satisfy some criteria. The basic set to meet relates to identification, confirmation of military rank, age and even citizenship. But there are other pieces of information needed too.
First of all, there needs to be no history of defaulting on loans for a period of 12 months prior to making the application. Even with a bad credit home loan guaranteed by the VA, lenders need to be sure who they are lending money to.
Secondly, for two years prior to the application the applicant cannot have had a bankruptcy case filed. Bankruptcies are serious matters, so even if one was files 5 years prior, lenders will take interest in them. But they are deemed to be too recent if filed within a period of two years.
Finally, to get VA home loan approval despite bad credit it is necessary for an applicant to prove they are fully employed, with a reliable income. Like any other home loan, repayments can stretch over decades, so financial security is needed.
As part of the 1944 Serviceman's Readjustment Act (also known as the GI Bill), war veterans can qualify for bad credit home loans guaranteed by the VA and purchase their own homes. All that is needed from them is a minimal down payment, and a commitment to repaying the loan on schedule - just like with any loan.
For that reason, getting VA home loan approval despite bad credit is easy if the applicant can tick all of the right boxes.
VA Guarantee
Seeking a loan, not just a VA home loan, with bad credit can be a challenge, with many traditional lenders preferring to stay clear of the perceived risks involved. But the significant aspect of VA loans is that they are partly guaranteed.
As a result, the pressure on the borrower to meet to the expectations of lenders is lessened. A bad credit home loan guaranteed by the VA basically means that the need to come up with a large down payment is removed, while the interest rate is lowered to reflect the security that such a guarantee provides.
However, the guarantee only covers 25% of the value of the home, so funds are limited. Getting VA home loan approval despite bad credit might be easier, but it does not provide enough to buy a large mansion. They are, after all, designed to help war veterans get back on their feet by having a home of their own.
Prepare Properly
It is important to understand that simply having been in the military is no guarantee that a VA home loan, with bad credit a factor or not, will be secured. This is why properly preparing your application is important.
The most pressing matter is the bad credit rating. This rating can be drastically improved by taking out a series of small short-term loans, and repaying them promptly, thus increasing the score. Even the terms of a bad credit home loan guaranteed by the VA can be improved if the credit score is higher.
Another choice is to take out a consolidating loan to take control of the various sources of debt. Lenders see this as a proactive move to handle existing debt, and so are more comfortable granting VA home loan approval despite bad credit.
The Qualifications Required
Of course, like any loan, in order to qualify for a VA home loan with bad credit, it is necessary to satisfy some criteria. The basic set to meet relates to identification, confirmation of military rank, age and even citizenship. But there are other pieces of information needed too.
First of all, there needs to be no history of defaulting on loans for a period of 12 months prior to making the application. Even with a bad credit home loan guaranteed by the VA, lenders need to be sure who they are lending money to.
Secondly, for two years prior to the application the applicant cannot have had a bankruptcy case filed. Bankruptcies are serious matters, so even if one was files 5 years prior, lenders will take interest in them. But they are deemed to be too recent if filed within a period of two years.
Finally, to get VA home loan approval despite bad credit it is necessary for an applicant to prove they are fully employed, with a reliable income. Like any other home loan, repayments can stretch over decades, so financial security is needed.
Thursday, October 2, 2014
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One of the many things that makes Jacksonville and its surrounding areas so unique is the unusually low average age of it population. Its location next to the Camp Le Jeune marine base means that it has an unusually large number of start-up families headed by young people. This is the main reason why there is such an abundance of income based housing in Jacksonville.
Be Factual With Regards to Your Information
Remember that you will have to qualify for income based housing before you can rent. This means that you will be required to fill out a form and make a declaration as to what your families income is. Be sure that all the information that you give is completely accurate because they might check up on it.
Gather the Documents You Will Need
Also, be prepared to present verification of your income as well as other pertinent information. This means that you should get all of your important documents together. This would include tax statements, paycheck stubs and birth certificates.
Something to Consider
There are some things that my preclude you from federally subsidized income based housing, such as a recent felony drug conviction or a recent formal eviction process. However rules vary from state to state and there are appeal processes that are in place to address exceptions.
Check Out Several at Once
The best way to scout out income based housing in Jacksonville is to take a look at several units because you may be surprised at the difference in quality of the income based housing that is available. So, with so many options available it is in your best interest to be selective. Take the time to apply at several apartments. and also expect to possibly spend some time on a waiting list.
Written by Terrie Krumwald. If you're curious about Jacksonville NC Real Estate then visit my site! You can even get more information regarding Jacksonville ReMax Real Estate here too.
jacksonville nc real estate, jacksonville remax real estateIncome Based Housing Jacksonville NC
One of the many things that makes Jacksonville and its surrounding areas so unique is the unusually low average age of it population. Its location next to the Camp Le Jeune marine base means that it has an unusually large number of start-up families headed by young people. This is the main reason why there is such an abundance of income based housing in Jacksonville.
Be Factual With Regards to Your Information
Remember that you will have to qualify for income based housing before you can rent. This means that you will be required to fill out a form and make a declaration as to what your families income is. Be sure that all the information that you give is completely accurate because they might check up on it.
Gather the Documents You Will Need
Also, be prepared to present verification of your income as well as other pertinent information. This means that you should get all of your important documents together. This would include tax statements, paycheck stubs and birth certificates.
Something to Consider
There are some things that my preclude you from federally subsidized income based housing, such as a recent felony drug conviction or a recent formal eviction process. However rules vary from state to state and there are appeal processes that are in place to address exceptions.
Check Out Several at Once
The best way to scout out income based housing in Jacksonville is to take a look at several units because you may be surprised at the difference in quality of the income based housing that is available. So, with so many options available it is in your best interest to be selective. Take the time to apply at several apartments. and also expect to possibly spend some time on a waiting list.
Be Factual With Regards to Your Information
Remember that you will have to qualify for income based housing before you can rent. This means that you will be required to fill out a form and make a declaration as to what your families income is. Be sure that all the information that you give is completely accurate because they might check up on it.
Gather the Documents You Will Need
Also, be prepared to present verification of your income as well as other pertinent information. This means that you should get all of your important documents together. This would include tax statements, paycheck stubs and birth certificates.
Something to Consider
There are some things that my preclude you from federally subsidized income based housing, such as a recent felony drug conviction or a recent formal eviction process. However rules vary from state to state and there are appeal processes that are in place to address exceptions.
Check Out Several at Once
The best way to scout out income based housing in Jacksonville is to take a look at several units because you may be surprised at the difference in quality of the income based housing that is available. So, with so many options available it is in your best interest to be selective. Take the time to apply at several apartments. and also expect to possibly spend some time on a waiting list.
Written by Terrie Krumwald. If you're curious about Jacksonville NC Real Estate then visit my site! You can even get more information regarding Jacksonville ReMax Real Estate here too.
jacksonville nc real estate, jacksonville remax real estateIncome Based Housing Jacksonville NC
One of the many things that makes Jacksonville and its surrounding areas so unique is the unusually low average age of it population. Its location next to the Camp Le Jeune marine base means that it has an unusually large number of start-up families headed by young people. This is the main reason why there is such an abundance of income based housing in Jacksonville.
Be Factual With Regards to Your Information
Remember that you will have to qualify for income based housing before you can rent. This means that you will be required to fill out a form and make a declaration as to what your families income is. Be sure that all the information that you give is completely accurate because they might check up on it.
Gather the Documents You Will Need
Also, be prepared to present verification of your income as well as other pertinent information. This means that you should get all of your important documents together. This would include tax statements, paycheck stubs and birth certificates.
Something to Consider
There are some things that my preclude you from federally subsidized income based housing, such as a recent felony drug conviction or a recent formal eviction process. However rules vary from state to state and there are appeal processes that are in place to address exceptions.
Check Out Several at Once
The best way to scout out income based housing in Jacksonville is to take a look at several units because you may be surprised at the difference in quality of the income based housing that is available. So, with so many options available it is in your best interest to be selective. Take the time to apply at several apartments. and also expect to possibly spend some time on a waiting list.
Friday, September 26, 2014
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Home equity loans are excellent financial products as they provide higher loan amounts, lower interest rates and longer repayment programs than most other loans. Yet, there are certain risks that these loans entail and everyone should take them into account prior to applying for a loan based on home equity. Moreover, there are certain practices that unscrupulous lenders use that increase these risks or add new ones and you should be prepared to avoid those too.
The Target
Unscrupulous lenders target certain niches that are easier to exploit. They prey on those who need money urgently and include non advantageous terms and sometimes abusive conditions concealed within the fine print of the loan contract. These niches are: elderly people, minorities or groups that speak English as a second language and are not familiar with legal terms, people with poor credit or going through critical financial situations, etc.
The federal trade commission has advised on several practices that these lenders' targets may be subject to. These practices may include: Equity Stripping, Refinancing-Flipping, the concealed offer of a balloon loan, Refinancing or home equity loans with additional fees or costs concealed on the fine print of the loan contract, and many other practices that add costs and fees to your already packed budget risking at the same time your property.
Additional Fees And Costs
On home equity loans and on Refinance home loans that offer cash-out, lenders sometimes charge non advertized costs like closing charges, administrative fees, etc. that can add up to the overall price of the loan product increasing its cost significantly. In order to avoid these situations you need to be very cautious and inspect the fine print of any documents that you are asked to sign. Remember that most of these lenders have expertise on legal issues and may include onerous clauses on the loan contract that you might sign inadvertently.
Balloon Loans
Balloon loans are an interesting product when you are going through critical financial situations as they provide minimum payments. However, you need to understand how these loans work because there is a reason that allows the lender to offer such reduced installments. Balloon loans charge only interest on a monthly basis. The capital or loan principal is due at the end of the repayment program as a lump sum. Thus, you need to understand that even if you can afford the monthly payments easily, eventually you will need to come up with a high amount of money to cancel the loan or you will loose your property. It is sometimes possible to refinance the loan though.
Refinancing-Flipping
Home Loan Flipping or increasing Cash-out refinancing occurs when lenders offer you a cash-out mortgage loan and provide you with additional funds by the use of the available equity on your home. Unfortunately this practice is widespread and causes debtors to continually increase their debt while getting their available income reduced due to the higher interest rates and fees that these new loans imply. Moreover, lenders tempt debtors by offering growing amounts that only add up to their existing debt.
Home Equity Stripping
Beware of those lenders or brokers that let you (or encourage you to) include a different figure than the one you should include on the income field. This can lead to the approval of the loan for a higher amount but it will also be a higher amount than you can afford as the monthly payments are set in such a way that they represent a portion of your income which is known to be suitable and affordable. Any difference may turn the loan into an onerous financial product and if you fail to repay the loan, you will be risking your property that would be subject to foreclosure.
The Target
Unscrupulous lenders target certain niches that are easier to exploit. They prey on those who need money urgently and include non advantageous terms and sometimes abusive conditions concealed within the fine print of the loan contract. These niches are: elderly people, minorities or groups that speak English as a second language and are not familiar with legal terms, people with poor credit or going through critical financial situations, etc.
The federal trade commission has advised on several practices that these lenders' targets may be subject to. These practices may include: Equity Stripping, Refinancing-Flipping, the concealed offer of a balloon loan, Refinancing or home equity loans with additional fees or costs concealed on the fine print of the loan contract, and many other practices that add costs and fees to your already packed budget risking at the same time your property.
Additional Fees And Costs
On home equity loans and on Refinance home loans that offer cash-out, lenders sometimes charge non advertized costs like closing charges, administrative fees, etc. that can add up to the overall price of the loan product increasing its cost significantly. In order to avoid these situations you need to be very cautious and inspect the fine print of any documents that you are asked to sign. Remember that most of these lenders have expertise on legal issues and may include onerous clauses on the loan contract that you might sign inadvertently.
Balloon Loans
Balloon loans are an interesting product when you are going through critical financial situations as they provide minimum payments. However, you need to understand how these loans work because there is a reason that allows the lender to offer such reduced installments. Balloon loans charge only interest on a monthly basis. The capital or loan principal is due at the end of the repayment program as a lump sum. Thus, you need to understand that even if you can afford the monthly payments easily, eventually you will need to come up with a high amount of money to cancel the loan or you will loose your property. It is sometimes possible to refinance the loan though.
Refinancing-Flipping
Home Loan Flipping or increasing Cash-out refinancing occurs when lenders offer you a cash-out mortgage loan and provide you with additional funds by the use of the available equity on your home. Unfortunately this practice is widespread and causes debtors to continually increase their debt while getting their available income reduced due to the higher interest rates and fees that these new loans imply. Moreover, lenders tempt debtors by offering growing amounts that only add up to their existing debt.
Home Equity Stripping
Beware of those lenders or brokers that let you (or encourage you to) include a different figure than the one you should include on the income field. This can lead to the approval of the loan for a higher amount but it will also be a higher amount than you can afford as the monthly payments are set in such a way that they represent a portion of your income which is known to be suitable and affordable. Any difference may turn the loan into an onerous financial product and if you fail to repay the loan, you will be risking your property that would be subject to foreclosure.
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