How to determine the breakeven point on a mortgage refinance
July 5, 2014
Learn how to break even on a mortgage refi process using your current mortgage rate info and only a few other details.
Category: Education
What You Need to Know About Mortgage Approval
June 3, 2014
Learn about the mortgage rate approval process and how prepare to speak with mortgage lenders.
Frequently Asked Questions About Good Faith Estimates
June 1, 2014
Getting ready to buy a home or refinance and wondering about comparing estimates? In this post you'll learn about Good Faith Estimates (GFEs) and examine some frequently asked questions.
What does a mortgage underwriter do?
May 8, 2014
Learn about loan underwriters, their relationship to mortgage lenders, how they can help first time home buyers, and more.
Choosing the Right Mortgage
March 29, 2014
Read our latest blog post for some helpful tips on choosing the right mortgage program for your needs and budget.
How Investors Affect Home Prices
March 26, 2014
Strong home buying activity among investors has helped boost home price appreciation levels in markets such as Atlanta and Jacksonville, Fla. Read our latest blog post to learn more about investor purchases in the U.S. housing market.
What are relevant characteristics in real estate
March 24, 2014
Relevant characteristics can add significant value to a piece of real estate. Knowing what these characteristics are for your market can help you better understand how your appraiser determines your home's worth.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mortgage Rates
March 23, 2014
Mortgage rates are a key factor in choosing a home loan product. Many borrowers want to do whatever they can to lock in a low rate, but they may have questions about how to do it. In this post, we'll go over these questions and hopefully help you gain a better understanding of how mortgage rates work.
Home Equity Loan Alternatives
March 20, 2014
Home equity loans might work well for some, but there are other alternatives that may be more beneficial and less risky. Read about home equity loan alternatives in our latest blog post.
5 Things Not to do Before Applying for a Mortgage
March 19, 2014
Closing credit card accounts, buying a new car, changing jobs...these things won't necessarily ruin your chances of getting a mortgage, but avoiding them is probably a good idea. Read on to find out why.