Should I get a cash-out loan?
Recent trends in the housing market, including increased home prices and values, make cash-out refinancing an exciting option for many Americans looking for money to spend or invest. What is a cash-out loan? With a cash-out refinance, you can get a lump sum of cash for home improvements, renovations, or other needs. It works by […]
Choosing A Refinance Company That’s Right For You
There are many compelling reasons you might want to refinance your mortgage – to obtain a better interest rate, to shorten the length of the loan term, to switch mortgage types. But to do that, you need to first choose the mortgage refinance lender that’s best for you. The right lender will help you structure […]
Reduce Your Debt-To-Income Ratio
If you consider three to be a lucky number, then you’re in luck. Why? Because there are three key factors that play a role in determining your eligibility for a mortgage. You’re likely familiar with the first two – income and credit history – because these are the two that most often come to people’s […]
Is it a Good Idea to Refinance My Home Mortgage?
This article will help you understand the ins and outs of a mortgage refinance. It will explain what refinancing means, explore the main types of refinancing options, and cover when it’s a good time to refinance. Finally, it will show how you can calculate whether or not refinancing makes financial sense for you. The post-pandemic […]
What You Need To Know About HELOCs And The New Tax Reform Bill
On December 20, 2017, President Trump signed into the law the Republican tax reform bill which went into effect at the start of 2018. With that, a number of changes have been made to our tax code, specifically, home equity loans and lines of credit. In the new bill, you can no longer claim a […]
Our Best Mortgage Tips For 2018
Are you purchasing or refinancing a home in 2018? Check out our mortgage tips to help you have an awesome mortgage this year! Tip #1 – Build up your reserve savings You may have enough for your down payment and closing costs but if the payout depletes your savings, you could still run into some […]
Don’t Let The Fear Of Rising Rates Take You Out Of The Race!
With a new government administration set to take office, the mortgage industry is in for some changes, which is to be expected with any new elected president. Since the election, Americans have seen an aggressive increase in mortgage rates, which are currently siting at their highest level since May 2014; that, along with the news […]
Refinance Applications Drop As Purchase Applications Rise
The post-Brexit refinance frenzy seems to have leveled off, but that doesn’t mean borrowers aren’t taking advantage of current low rates; purchase applications have started to see an increase. According to data, refinance applications fell by 1% this week after seeing an increase of 24% over the past 4 weeks, while purchase applications saw a 23% […]