4 Common Home Buying Mistakes

When first-time home buyers come to us, we take the time to explain all the ins and outs of the mortgage process. We teach them what to look for and common home buying mistakes to avoid.

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Three Reasons to Get Pre-approved Early

It's generally best to obtain pre-approval early - before starting to look at homes. We recommend getting pre-approved as early as six months to a year in advance.

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Conventional Loan Guidelines

Conventional loan guidelines were created by the government and are enforced to protect the lender, borrower, and investor.

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The HELOC vs. Home Equity Loan Dilemma: What’s the Best Choice?

HELOCs and Home Equity Loans are two financial tools that allow homeowners to leverage the equity in their homes, but they operate differently and serve different purposes.

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What Are My Options for Locking in a Mortgage Interest Rate?

Locking in a rate with a lender is a way to protect yourself from potential interest rate increases while you're in the homebuying process.

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7 Financial and Lifestyle Benefits of Homeownership

Taking the leap into homeownership offers a variety of benefits that can greatly enhance one's life. Homeownership is a path to financial stability, equity accumulation, and the potential for property value appreciation.

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6 Steps to Buying a Home

From navigating the real estate market to securing a mortgage & closing the deal, each step to buying a home requires careful consideration.

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What Is Mortgage Insurance?

Mortgage insurance is a type of financial protection that lenders require when borrowers make a down payment of less than 20% of the home's purchase price.

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The 4 “P”s of Lending

First and foremost, buying a home and obtaining a mortgage is a significant financial decision, often involving substantial sums of money and long-term commitments. Whether it’s a mortgage company, credit

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What Makes up Your FICO Score?

Feeling like your financial fate is being determined by pesky, confusing digits? Credit scores are based on complex algorithms that take multiple factors into account such as payment history and

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