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An Excellent Credit Score can Save you Big Money

An Excellent Credit Score can Save you Big Money

As interest rates on long-term mortgages continue to rise, buying a home at today’s record-high prices can be a challenge. However, a recent study from Zillow found that there is one thing home buyers can do to save themselves big time when it comes to mo

Sep 27, 2022 | Credit

Understanding LTV Ratios

Understanding LTV Ratios

LTV Defined The loan-to-value ratio is the comparison of the mortgage balance to the market value of the home. It is calculated by dividing your loan amount by the value of the property you currently own or the one you want to buy. For example, you want t

Sep 22, 2022 | Purchasing a Home

Don't Let Rates keep you from Buying or Selling

Don't Let Rates keep you from Buying or Selling

It's no secret that mortgage interest rates have risen this year. Rates have risen almost four percentage points in less than a year. That kind of rate increase can be stressful for home buyers? But what about home sellers? How do increasing rates affect

Sep 20, 2022 | Interest Rates

Is It Possible to Refinance a VA Loan?

Is It Possible to Refinance a VA Loan?

If you have a VA loan as a military homeowner, you know that these loans offer some of the best rates and terms on the market. With no down payment requirements, and low credit score qualifications, VA loans provide veterans, active-duty military and thei

Sep 15, 2022 | VA Loans

How A Bridge Loan Can Help You Build a New Home

How A Bridge Loan Can Help You Build a New Home

In today’s housing market with sparse inventory, many people are opting for new builds or even to build their own custom homes.  If you’re interested in building on a piece of property but unsure how to afford the cost until you sell your current home, a

Sep 13, 2022 | Purchasing a Home

Will Getting a Mortgage Help My Credit Score?

Will Getting a Mortgage Help My Credit Score?

While buying a house, your credit score is very important to securing mortgage funding. But what about after you close on the sale? How will a home loan affect your credit? The good news is that in most cases, obtaining and paying a mortgage will actually

Aug 30, 2022 | Credit