Home Affordable Refinance Program
Should I Refinance My Mortgage?
There are several reason why you might benefit from refinancing your home. Many people choose to refinance to simply lower…
Mortgage Tips
Small decisions in a mortgage add up to real money, and most of them happen before you ever sign anything. This category collects practical mortgage tips for every stage: improving your credit before you apply, deciding how much house you can afford, comparing lenders without hurting your score, and knowing which fees are negotiable. You’ll also find advice on paying your loan down faster, avoiding common application mistakes, and what to do if your rate or terms change before closing. Short, useful posts you can act on.
Local Michigan
Buy a Home with Just 1% Down!
Important Update! Program discontinued 06/01/2024! Please see our new Zero Down DPA Program! Buy a Home with Just 1% Down…
Buying a Home
The Mortgage Process: What Happens After Pre-Approval
Congratulations! You passed the pre-approval stage for getting a home, but what happens next? Once you have a pre-approval letter…
Local Michigan
What’s the Deal with Credit Scores?
The History of Credit Scores Credit reports and scores have played a large part in many Americans’ lives, but what…
Local Michigan
How a HELOC Can Help You Become Your Own Boss
Michelle Huizinga is a hairdresser in West Michigan, but you won’t find her at a retail salon near a grocery…
Mortgage Tips
Reasons to Get a Second Mortgage
If you have a major financial need looming over you that you’re just not sure how you’ll afford, you may…
Local Michigan
What to do when you’re facing foreclosure
If you’re facing foreclosure, you’re not alone. According to RealtyTrac, 1 in every 3,426 homes in Michigan are being foreclosed…
Buying a Home
How High Will Interest Rates Go This Year?
Mortgage interest rates have been slowly increasing since they plummeted following the 2008 financial crisis. Twice this year already, the…
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