Down Payment: Is Bigger Better?

Many experts advise home buyers to save enough for a 20% down payment, but there are financing options for those who save less. Although there are advantages to putting more down, don’t let a modest down payment exclude you from the market totally. Here are some financing options for those who have less to put Read more about Down Payment: Is Bigger Better?[…]

Opt Out List

Chances are you’ve received solicitations in the mail or calls informing you that you have been prequalified for a credit card or a mortgage? Ever wonder how these companies got information about your credit? This practice is known as prescreening, and works in one of two ways. A creditor will contact a credit reporting agency Read more about Opt Out List[…]

The Facts About Credit

This month we will focus on CREDIT. The best way to secure a low mortgage loan amount is with a good credit score. Here are some tips we mailed to our customers, and we’d like to share them with the general population. Be sure to contact us if you have any questions. [fb_button]

Is a Large Down Payment Necessary?

For most people, a home is the largest purchase they will make in their lifetimes. While many experts advise buyers to save enough for a 20% down payment, there are financing options available for buyers who have saved less. In fact, the average down payment in the U.S. is 16% (Source: Lending Tree, June 2013). Although Read more about Is a Large Down Payment Necessary?[…]