It’s easier than ever to get a mortgage loan approved, but certain behaviors can ruin your loan-in-process. A detailed list, plus access to today’s rates. Continue reading
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RSS feed for this sectionConsumers Underestimate How Quickly Home Values Rise
In today’s housing market, is it better to be a buyer or a seller? Data from Fannie Mae’s National Housing Survey suggests both sides have advantages. Continue reading
7+ Million Households Skipping A Great Chance To Refinance
As current mortgage rates drop, more than 7 million U.S. homeowners are potentially eligible to refinance to lower rates and lower monthly payments. Continue reading
HARP 2 Mortgage Update: 125% LTV Refinances Pick Up
If you’ve lost home equity since your date of purchase, you may be eligible to refinance using HARP 2.0. Available for primary, vacation, and rental homes. Continue reading
NAR: Pending Home Sales Shows Strong Start For 2016 Housing
For the 21st straight month, the Pending Home Sales Index bested its benchmark reading of 100. It’s no wonder home prices continue to rise nationwide. Continue reading
March 2016 Mortgage Rate Forecast (FHA, VA, USDA & Conv)
Experts said mortgage rates would over 4.5% by now. Instead, they’re in the 3s. For March, there are several threats to low rates. Should you lock today? Continue reading
The VA Energy Efficient Mortgage (EEM): What it is and how it works
The VA Energy Efficient Mortgage (EEM) is a special loan program which helps homeowners to finance the cost of a home’s energy-efficiency improvements. Continue reading
What is a mortgage rate lock?
Every mortgage borrower needs a mortgage rate lock. You can’t close on a home without one. Advice on getting the best rate lock possible for your loan. Continue reading
VA loan benefits and requirements: 2021 VA home loan guide
VA loans offer benefits unmatched by conventional and FHA financing, plus the program provides extra low mortgage rates to eligible military borrowers. Continue reading
What Are The Current VA Mortgage Loan Limits?
VA mortgage loans are an important part of the U.S. housing market and, for eligible borrowers, there is no explicit loan limit. You can borrow as much as you need. Continue reading