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All About Preparing to Buy or Refinance a Home

Posted by admin on Aug 4, 2020 11:59 PM

How to Make this the Year You Buy a House Very few things in life are more fulfilling than buying your first home. So many families work tirelessly for years to get to this joyous moment, and that’s exactly the reason why I do what I do! I love being able to be a part […]

What is the Role of a Mortgage Broker?

Posted by admin on Jul 1, 2020 5:05 AM

The internet has caused a lot of change within many industries and has empowered consumers to cut out the middleman and tackle tasks themselves. When it comes to choosing a new mortgage, there can be a lot of temptation to do it yourself: spend a few hours on the internet and pick what appears to […]

How Can a Mortgage Broker Help Me Refinance?

Posted by admin on Jun 19, 2020 6:57 PM

A natural place to encounter a mortgage broker is in the process of buying a house. But a broker can also be incredibly helpful when a homeowner is looking to refinance. Knowledge There are many different options of refinance available for Portland area properties, including Cash-out refinance Cash-in refinance Rate and term refinance and several […]

3 Ways Computer-Driven Mortgages Can Cost You (and How a Human Touch Makes the Difference)

Posted by admin on May 19, 2020 6:37 PM

Beyond going directly to a lender or using a local mortgage broker, in recent years there has arisen a third option for those seeking a mortgage loan: online or computer-driven mortgage services. One of the principal providers in the industry is Quicken Loans. But newer is not always better. While there are advantages for certain […]

How Can a Mortgage Broker Secure a Better Rate?

Posted by admin on Mar 16, 2020 9:18 PM

In several articles on this site, we have made the point that mortgage brokers do a great deal for their clients in terms of making the complicated process of securing a mortgage loan much easier. But is there a financial benefit to choosing a mortgage broker over going directly to a lender? In short, the […]

Important Questions You Should Ask a Mortgage Broker Before Committing

Posted by Content Team on Jan 14, 2020 9:20 PM

Choosing a mortgage will, in the majority of cases, be the most significant financial decision a person will make in their lifetime. The mortgage broker you choose will play a vital role in ensuring that you get the best deal available for your situation. That is why you must choose your mortgage broker wisely. A […]

What Difference Does it Make When You Put Down Extra on Your Mortgage Every Month?

Posted by Content Team on Dec 19, 2019 7:11 PM

When we live paycheck-to-paycheck like so many Americans do, we can lose a long-term perspective on our financial decisions. But since a mortgage is definitely a long-term commitment, those who have one ought to consider how their monthly contributions will pay off years down the road. Obviously paying too little is something that is frowned […]

What Is an Adjustable Rate Mortgage, and Who Is it For?

Posted by Content Team on Nov 27, 2019 4:47 AM

Taking out a mortgage is one of the most exciting and daunting financial transactions that anyone will make during their life. There is the excitement of buying your new home, mixed with the relatively large commitment you are making in terms of monthly repayments. It is critical that anyone applying for a mortgage should understand […]

Understanding the Mortgage Process

Posted by Content Team on Oct 1, 2019 4:16 PM

Taking out a mortgage is the biggest financial decision most people will make in their lifetime. Yet because of the excitement of the home buying process, many people fail to fully comprehend what is happening as they are taking out a mortgage. This may be true particularly when homebuyers work with large, national mortgage brokers, […]

What Type of Home Loans Are There?

Posted by admin on Sep 3, 2019 5:11 AM

If you are planning on getting a mortgage, it is essential that you have at least a basic understanding of the different mortgage types. There are 8 different kinds of mortgage, 5 basic loans, and 3 combo loans. Once you understand the terms, you will be able to review the types of mortgage options available […]