Buying a Home
2026 Conventional Condo Guideline Changes: What Buyers Need to Know
Conventional Condo Guideline Changes If you’re buying, financing, or working with condos, things just changed. In March 2026, Fannie Mae…
Anthony Bird
Anthony Bird is a Grand Rapids mortgage broker and co-founder of Riverbank Finance LLC, an independent Michigan mortgage company he started in 2011. Licensed since 2007, he helps first-time home buyers, move-up buyers, and homeowners refinancing across Michigan — shopping rates from multiple lenders instead of pushing one bank's product. He writes here about Michigan home loans, mortgage rates, and what it actually takes to qualify.
Mortgage License NMLS # 137341 | Riverbank Finance LLC NMLS # 666287
Buying a Home
Self-Employed Home Loans in Michigan: The Complete 2026 Guide
Discover how self-employed Michiganders can secure the perfect mortgage in 2025. Learn eligibility, documentation, loan options, rates, tips & expert…
Buying a Home
Cash-out 95% Mortgage in 2026: How to Unlock Maximum Equity from Your Home
Discover how a Cashout 95% Mortgage works in 2025, eligibility criteria, pros & cons, and tips to access nearly all…
Buying a Home
Home Value Estimator: How to Accurately Calculate Your Home’s Worth in 2026
Want to know how much your home is worth? Use this guide on home value estimators to understand key factors,…
Local Michigan
2026 Conventional Loan Limits in Michigan
2026 Conventional Loan Limits in Michigan have been put into action, jumping up yet again as home values have continued…
Local Michigan
How to Qualify for a Mortgage with Student Loans in 2026
Student Loan Begin Repayments The rising cost of education has meant that a significant number of graduates are left with…
Buying a Home
The 50 Year Mortgage. Is a Longer Loan Better?
Discover how a 50-year mortgage works, who it’s for, pros & cons, rate comparisons, qualification tips and alternatives in our…
Buying a Home
USDA Mortgage Repair Escrow Program in Michigan
Michigan homebuyers looking to purchase a home in rural or suburban areas have a unique financing opportunity through the USDA…
Ready to move forward?
Apply online in about 15 minutes, or talk to a licensed loan officer today. No pressure — just straight answers and low rates.
Apply Now 800-555-2098