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Document Checklist Article

Applying for a mortgage? At minimum, here’s a list of the information and supporting documentation that you’ll want to have at hand:Addresses for previous 2 years’ rental or mortgage history Name, address and phone number of all la...

Tips to Pay Off your Mortgage Early Article

Tips to Pay Off your Mortgage EarlyHomeowners pay off their mortgage early for a few different reasons: Some want to increase their cash flow or pay less in interest, while others want to enjoy the mentality of being mortgage-free.  If your mort...

Benefits of Buying this Fall Article

As housing prices and interest rates have increased dramatically, many potential buyers are waiting on the sidelines wondering whether purchasing a home is in their best interest- or if waiting it out is the smarter decision. While the answer to this...

Building Wealth through Home Equity Article

Owning a home has long been considered the American Dream. Statistics show that no matter the generation, Americans overwhelmingly believe that homeownership is important. Whether personal, emotional, or financial, there are many reasons why homeowne...

What’s the value in installing an at-home swimming pool? Article

What’s the value in installing an at-home swimming pool?With summer right around the corner and some anticipated record breaking temperatures, you may be considering it is time to save money on a refinance and install that pool in your bac...

Delayed Financing Article

Wondering how you can make a competitive offer in today's seller market? Delayed Financing has become increasingly more popular among buyers and is a great tool for those who have the resources to take advantage of it.What is Delayed Financing? ...

DSCR Loans for Investment Properties Article

A Game-Changing Financing Solution for Smart Property Investors!  Are you ready to take your real estate investments to new heights? We are now offering Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) loans for investment properties!What is a DSCR loan? DS...

What’s going on in the mortgage industry? Are rates at Zero? Article

What’s going on in the mortgage industry? Are rates at Zero?As many of you are aware, recently the Federal Reserve cut interest rates to near zero in an emergency effort to support the economy during the COVID-19 pandemic. You might be wondering how ...

Benefits of a Co-Signer on Your Mortgage Article

If you’re looking to purchase a home or refinance on your current home, you might have concerns about qualifying due to employment, income, debt, credit, or other factors. Depending on your situation, having a co-signer on your mortgage could h...

How Accurate are Mortgage Calculators? Article

Buying a home is a significant financial decision, and accurately estimating mortgage payments is crucial to ensuring affordability and financial stability. Mortgage calculators have become an essential tool in this process, offering a quick and conv...

4 Reasons To Work With A Local Homebuying Team Article

4 Reasons To Work With A Local Homebuying TeamWhen you’re starting the homebuying process, it can be difficult to know where to start. As a modern-day consumer, you’re probably starting your home search online and researched various options and ...

The ABCs of Private Mortgage Insurance Article

Producing a strong down payment is a common challenge for many first-time buyers. However, many are unaware that they can put less than 20% down on a home purchase, even with a Conventional Loan. This is a great option for first-time buyers who are l...

Perks of an FHA Loan Article

What is an FHA loan? The FHA Loan is a type of government-backed loan with looser qualifications that was intended to help first-time buyers qualify for a mortgage. The FHA, a division of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, is responsibl...

Reasons to Use a Local Lender Article

Reasons to Use a Local LenderWhen you’re searching for a mortgage, it can be difficult to know where to start. Your biggest investment should be an exceptional experience. So why not choose exceptional service? Right now, it’s more impor...

Conventional vs. FHA: Which mortgage is right for you? Article

Conventional vs. FHA: Which mortgage is right for you?If you’re a first-time homebuyer, all the mortgage lingo and terminology can be difficult to decipher. Even if you’re not a first-time buyer, it can still seem like your lender is speaking to you ...

Mortgage Market Update Article

Wondering what's in store for the real estate and mortgage market in the second half of 2021?Where are mortgage interest rates headed? While mortgage interest rates have dropped for the fast four weeks in a row, according to data from Freddi...

The Rise of Adjustable-Rate Mortgages Article

Have you ever been at the water cooler and heard someone talk about adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs)? The ARM is becoming more popular in the current market due to rising rates on traditional fixed-rate mortgages. But what is an adjustable-rate mortg...

Your Ultimate Guide to Mortgage Terms Article

Your Ultimate Guide to Mortgage TermsAre you thinking about buying a home? We understand that when it comes to the mortgage process education is key. We work hard to provide each of our clients the knowledge and education they need to help guide them...

Employee Spotlight: Debi Honeycutt Article

For our next Employee Spotlight, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Debi Honeycutt. Debi has an infectiously positive, larger than life persona. Her positive mentality helps to instill confidence in her coworkers, and borrowers, and inspires th...

Reasons to Become a Homeowner in 2024 Article

It’s the start of a new year, a time where most of us make our resolutions. If you’ve been thinking of purchasing your first home, why not make 2024 your year? In this article, we'll explore the various benefits of homeownership, the ...