Home Ownership

April 16, 2019
Why Owning a Home Is Still a Great Investment

Home Ownership, Taxes and Finances: Why Owning a Home Is Still a Great Investment

April 15 is an annual rite of passage in the United States: Income Tax Day. (You did remember, didn’t you?) Since the inception of the federal income tax law in 1913, home mortgage interest has always qualified as an income tax deduction. And while the […]
August 28, 2018
Own a home by putting only 3% down

Can You Really Own a Home with 3% Down?

You can. The 3% down payment option is similar to existing conventional loan programs and can help meet the needs of first-time home buyers in the following ways: The mortgage provides the security of a fixed rate loan. The property can be a one-unit single […]
August 17, 2018

Veterans Affairs (VA) Mortgage Loans

Veterans Affairs (VA) mortgages, make it easier for veterans to obtain financing for home ownership. VA loans are available to veterans and active military members. VA loans are made are guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs. and VA loans are somewhat easier to qualify […]
March 1, 2018
A good credit scores means great mortgage rates. Mortgage 1.

How to Spring Clean Your Credit Score

With spring here, people start thinking about cleaning around the home. If you are thinking about moving or refinancing this summer, spring is the perfect time to clean up your credit. Here are 3 ways spring clean your credit score. Get the balances down. A […]