PMI, or private mortgage insurance, is required when purchasing a home when a buyer’s down payment is less than 20%. Pacor Mortgage Corp. shares five ways to avoid paying PMI below: 20% Down Payment The first option is to pay 20% or more for a down payment on the house. With 20% equity, PMI does…Read More
Buying your first home can be an exciting time. You’ve finally decided that you’re ready to go from renting to buying, but what types of things should you prepare for before you take that big step? Here are a few things to keep on your first-time homebuyer checklist. Pre-Approval Getting pre-approved means that you’re getting…Read More
If you’re trying to buy a new home, but aren’t sure where to start when it comes to looking for a home loan, an FHA may be a good place to start. This is a great option if you’re having trouble getting approved through traditional lenders. Here a few benefits of FHA home financing. Smaller…Read More
If the upcoming winter months stress you out because of the current state of your home, you’re not alone. Many people scramble to get home improvement projects done before the cold weather hits, and if you don’t get a certain project done in time, you could be in some serious trouble. Here are a few…Read More
As the month of August comes to a close and another September begins, that can only mean one thing: summer’s activities are ending, while autumn’s are just around the corner. Yes, it’s almost time to pack away the swimming suits and kayaks, to store the pontoon boats and the pool toys until next June comes…Read More
Whether you’re looking to make expensive home improvements, pay off some debt, or just need some cash for personal reasons, cash-out refinancing can be a great option for many people. Below you’ll find more information on cash-out refinancing and how it can help you. What is Cash-Out Refinancing? Bankrate defines cash-out refinancing as, “A cash-out…Read More
A VA loan is quite possibly the most powerful and flexible lending option on the market for active military and veterans today. The VA loan program’s advantages over other loan types are the main reason why VA loan volume has continually grown over the last few years. For those who’ve served our country, VA financing…Read More
In 1944, Congress created the VA Loan Guarantee Program to ensure that returning military service member could achieve their dreams of homeownership. Since the VA Loan Guarantee Program was created, the Department of Veterans Affairs has helped more than 18-million military members purchase their dream home. What is a VA Loan? A VA loan is…Read More
When your DVR and your Netflix queue is filled with home design shows, it’s easy to get inspired. If your inner interior designer comes out whenever you watch a design expert renovate a kitchen in seemingly no time at all, you aren’t alone. In fact, it seems that there should be a support group for…Read More
As March concludes and April approaches, that can only mean one thing: Christmas has come early and the gifts are going to start coming in! That is, if you’re lucky enough to have gotten a tax refund this year. So, how are you planning on spending the extra money you’re getting from your federal or…Read More