Can Manual Underwriting Help You Get Approved for a Mortgage?
When you apply for a mortgage loan, the bank or lender has to go through the process of underwriting the loan. This means that your financial data will be verified and analyzed to determine if you qualify for the loan and at what terms. Today most of this
Jul 13, 2023 | Purchasing a Home
How To Save As Much Money as Possible When Buying a House
With high prices and rising inflation, if you are hoping to buy a home for the first time this year, you are probably looking for any way to save money in the process. Here are some possible options for pinching those pennies to make home buying more affo
Jul 11, 2023 | Purchasing a Home
Most Popular Home Renovations Do Not Provide a Great ROI
With mortgage rates on the rise, and home prices at record highs, many homeowners are choosing to renovate their current homes rather than sell and buy a bigger, better place. While that can be a smart move, if the homeowner ever does decide to move, they
Jul 06, 2023 |
Happy Independence Day!
As fireworks light up the sky and our nation celebrates its independence, we extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones on this Fourth of July. May this day be filled with great food, joy, laughter and cherished moments with family and friends.
Jul 04, 2023 |
The Pros and Cons of a 40-Year Mortgage
When it comes to buying a house, you have most likely heard of a 30- or 15-year mortgage, and maybe even a 20-year mortgage. Did you know there are also 40-year mortgages? In today’s market of record high prices, these long-term home loans can offer
Jun 29, 2023 | Purchasing a Home
How does a HELOC work?
With so much equity flowing freely these days, getting a home equity line of credit (HELOC) can be a great way to pay for home renovations, help pay for a child’s college tuition, or finance other important financial goals. Unlike a traditional mort
Jun 27, 2023 | Refinancing a Home