As you know, there are a lot of different mortgages on the market these days, and it can be tough to know which one is right for you. Some people swear by the traditional 25 year mortgage, meaning that your house will be completely paid off in a quarter of a century. But … [Read more...] about Beware of Longer Term Mortgages
How Much Down Payment?
In the old days, the question of how much you should put down for a down payment on a home was simple – ten percent. But these days, ten percent of a home’s value is a lot of money, and many homebuyers searching for their new home simply do not have that kind of money lying … [Read more...] about How Much Down Payment?
Fixed or Adjustable?
If you are looking for your first new home and are reviewing mortgage materials, you might be wondering if you should sign up for a fixed rate mortgage or an adjustable rate mortgage. Which one makes the most sense? A fixed rate mortgage means that your rates are fixed in place … [Read more...] about Fixed or Adjustable?
