Buying a home is one of life’s most exciting and significant milestones, but it can also be a time of stress and feeling overwhelmed without the proper guidance.  Starting with saving for a down payment, navigating all the different mortgage options, then finally searching for your dream house; the process is full of decisions requiring

When it comes to buying a new home, there are a lot of factors to consider. From budgeting to gathering the right documents, taking a few extra steps before you begin can save you a lot of time down the line! Our friends at Mortgage Center put together a blog article that breaks it all

The one good outcome of the economic chaos surrounding the pandemic is some of the lowest interest rates we’ve seen in a long time. But before you rush to refinance your home, there are three things to consider. Do the Math Yes, the interest rates are historically low, but they might not be low enough

We know, there are so many things to learn and think about before buying your first home. So, we thought we’d simplify things and give you a Do and Don’t list. Don’t … Shop Too Soon You need to apply for a mortgage before you do anything else. Since there are few homes on the

If you’re a homeowner, chances are you have a “honey-do” list and a wish list of things you’d like to do around the house. Don’t wait until you’re trying to sell your home to make some improvements. Making home improvements sooner rather than later lets you enjoy your investment longer. But where to start? If

Staying healthy isn’t the only concern these days. The coronavirus is also affecting our wallets. We want our members healthy and to keep your financial stresses at a minimum, so here are a few tips to help. Keep Your Savings Safe – Some people panic during stressful times and want to withdraw all their savings.

Chances are, if you’ve listened to your parents you’ve been instructed that you need at least 20% down when buying a home. You’re not alone. According to a Sallie Mae survey, nearly 50% of renters think they need 20% down to buy a home. The good news is you’re much closer to becoming a homeowner

One is often not enough, but how many credit cards are too many? Is there a magic number of credit cards that will help, not hurt, your credit score? Your credit score is based on many factors and can be affected by numerous things. It all comes down to ratios. Credit agencies look at what

From picking neighborhoods and school districts, to dealing with down payments and home inspections, there are a lot of choices homebuyers need to make. A major decision, one that will affect your finances for years, is what kind of mortgage to get: fixed or adjustable rate.  The most popular type of mortgage is fixed-rate, which means

Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) When purchasing a home, there are many different costs to factor into a budget. While many people are aware of expenses like taxes and the cost of making repairs, there are some costs that people don’tthink about, such as Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI). PMI is an additional monthly expense added to your