Whom to Contact (Home Loan Options) - Q & A

Q:  Where do I get information on lease options?
A:  For information on lease options, "How Lease Options Benefit Realty Buyers, Sellers, Agents and Investors" is available for from Tribune Media Services, 435 N Michigan #1500, Chicago IL 60611. 1-800-245-6536,or "Publication House", Burlingram CA. 1-800-736-1736
Q:  Where do I get information on finding the best loan?
A:  For information on how to find the best home loan, check out this booklet:

* "How to Shop for a Mortgage," by the Mortgage Bankers Association of America, 1125 15th St., N.W., Washington, DC 20005; call (202) 861-6500.

Q:  Where do I get information on mortgages?
A:  For information on mortgages, check out the following sources for information:
* American Bankers Association; (202) 663-5000.
* Mortgage Bankers Association of America, 1125 15th St., N.W., Washington, DC 20005; (202) 861-6500.
Q:  Where do I get information on correcting loan payments?
A:  The following auditing services can do a thorough review of residential mortgages for lender calculation errors:

* Mortgage Monitor; 1372 Summer Street, Samford, 06905; (800) AUDIT-USA.
* Loantech, (301) 762-7700.

But keep in mind that these services come with a fee, and your lender should be able to work with you to make your own accurate calculation.

Q:  Where can I get a list of mortgage brokers?
A:  For information on mortgage brokers, contact the National Association of Mortgage Brokers at (703) 610-9009
Q:  Where do I get information on PMI?
A:  Look for tips in "A Mortgage Insurance Guidebook," or "How to Buy a Home with a Low Down Payment," published by the Mortgage Insurance Companies of America,805 15th St., N.W., Suite 1110, Washington, DC 20005; call (202) 393-5566 to order.
Q:  How do I monitor my ARM loan?
A:  Consumer Loan Advocates publishes a book with form letters and worksheets to help people who want to check mortgage payments or adjustments on their own. It costs $19.95 plus $4 shipping and handling. For a copy, write or call Consumer Loan Advocates, 655 Rockland Road, Lake Bluff, IL 60044; (847) 615-0024.