Buying Tips

March 22, 2022

What to Expect With a Home Inspection

You’ve found a house you love. Why do you need a home inspection? In this article, we’ll explain the what, why, when, and how of a real estate home inspection. Many home buyers place a home inspection contingency in their offers. Some mortgages (such as […]
February 9, 2022
Home Buying Advice for 2022

Expert Home Buying Advice from Mortgage 1 for 2022

To help home buyers make the most of their opportunities in the coming year, we gathered a roundtable of Mortgage 1 loan officers and asked for their insights and advice for 2022. These officers represent all Mortgage 1 regions, from Michigan to Ohio to Florida. […]
February 2, 2022
Mortgage 1's Mike Archer Hits the Mark

Mike Archer Hits the Mark When It Comes to Helping Home Buyers and Others

Mortgage 1 Jackson branch manager Mike Archer is a man who achieves what he aims for. As a youngster growing up in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Mike realized he wanted to see the world. Lacking local opportunities, he enlisted in the military. Three days after high […]
January 26, 2022
Path to Home Ownership

Your Path to Home Ownership

Becoming a homeowner isn’t as simple as finding a house and signing the papers. Find out what to expect at every step of the home-buying journey, from shopping for a mortgage to closing on your new house.  The path to home ownership starts well before […]