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What Is a Convertible Adjustable-Rate Mortgage?

What Is a Convertible Adjustable-Rate Mortgage?

If you are in the market for a home loan, an adjustable-rate mortgage may be very attractive in today’s higher rate climate. If you’ve looked into ARM loans, you may also have come across the term “convertible ARM.” If you’re unfamiliar with this product,

Apr 25, 2023 | Purchasing a Home

What is an Assumable Mortgage?

What is an Assumable Mortgage?

There are many ways to structure a loan for buying a home. One lesser-known way is with an assumable mortgage. Here’s what that means and how it works: What is an Assumable Mortgage? An assumable mortgage is a home loan where the buyer legally takes over

Apr 18, 2023 | Purchasing a Home

What do Appraisers Consider When Valuing a House?

What do Appraisers Consider When Valuing a House?

As you begin the process to get a new mortgage, whether for a home purchase or a refinance loan, your lender will order an appraisal for the property to determine how much it is worth. That valuation will play a large part in your overall mortgage plan. I

Apr 11, 2023 | Purchasing a Home

How Long Does a Mortgage Pre-Approval Last?

How Long Does a Mortgage Pre-Approval Last?

The U.S. real estate market has had an extremely low inventory of available homes over the past two years thanks to enormous demand. That has resulted in longer home searches for potential buyers. The National Association of Realtors recently reported tha

Feb 28, 2023 | Purchasing a Home

Happy Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day

We love Mortgages, but we love it even more when we get to work with awesome customers like you! Thank you for choosing us for your mortgage needs. Your trust and loyalty mean the world to us.  Wishing you everything that makes you happiest, today and alw

Feb 14, 2023 |

10 Important Facts About VA Loans

10 Important Facts About VA Loans

Are you one of the more than 16 million veterans and 1.3 million active-duty military members in the United States today? If so, you are likely eligible for a VA loan. Here are the facts you need to know about these helpful mortgages. VA Loans Are Guaran

Feb 07, 2023 | VA Loans