So you’ve made an offer on a home you would like to buy. That means you’ve been preapproved for a mortgage, you’ve found your real estate agent and you have selected a mortgage company that you would like to work with – now what? From making an...
If you are thinking about buying a house, understanding the mortgage industry and the many types of “products” is extremely important. Since it is likely you will be paying long-term, you are going to want to pick the best mortgage that meets your budget and needs....
Picking the right mortgage company is imperative if you want to avoid headaches during the mortgage application and closing process. It’s not the best idea to simply go with the first one you see or the one with the biggest name. You should compare rates from several...
A mortgage calculator allows you to freely estimate what your monthly housing payment might look like given your particular situation. There is a lot more to your mortgage than what most calculators offer, but this is still a great tool when you are just getting...
Navigating the mortgage process isn’t very straightforward. There’s a lot of information and misinformation out there on how much to put down, which loan to get and the list goes on, but your mortgage is unique to you. A trusted mortgage advisor is the...
Winter in Michigan often results in a slowdown of the real estate market. The reality is home buyers simply aren’t as motivated to go house hunting when the winter comes around and the curb appeal of homes for sale isn’t as strong with a few inches of snow covering...
