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Posted over 9 years ago

Top Reasons People Sell Their Mortgage Notes

Do you have a mortgage note you are thinking about selling? By selling mortgage notes to a respected note buying firm, you can receive a sufficient return on your investment and use that money elsewhere.

There are a many reasons why people choose to sell their mortgage notes. The money received from selling mortgage notes can be used for essentially any purpose, such as a paying off an existing debt, remodeling your home, settling a divorce or estate, or paying for a college education. Regardless of the reason for selling your mortgage notes, doing so will give you the funds you need to improve your financial health and pay for other bills and projects.

Here are some of the top reasons why people choose to sell their mortgage notes:

  • Buy a new home or renovate an existing home – You can use the funds you receive from selling your mortgage note to put a down payment on a home or create the luxury kitchen you've always dreamed of.
  • Pay for college – From tuition and room and board to meal plans and books, college is very expensive. According to College Board, the average cost of tuition and fees for this school year costs $31,231 for private colleges, $9,139 for state residents at public colleges, and $22,958 for out-of-state students at public universities. Selling your mortgage note can help you pay for some of these fees.
  • Eliminate risks associated with note management – When you sell your mortgage note, you'll no longer have to act as the bank and worry about whether the borrower will make payments on time. By selling your note, the mortgage note buyer will fully assume that risk.
  • Purchase a new vehicle – Need a new vehicle for yourself or your business? Want to purchase a boat or a motor home? Selling your mortgage note can give you the funds you need to make this type of purchase.
  • Pay unexpected medical expenses – If you or a relative is plagued with unexpected medical bills from a recent injury or medical diagnosis, your mortgage note can give you the money you need to pay for some of these expenses.
  • Make a safer investment – As the climate of the housing market is constantly changing, many people choose to sell their mortgage note and make a safer investment.


Comments (1)

  1. Nice list of points. I appreciate the quick read.