by First Home Mortgage | Oct 2, 2020 | Mortgage
When you are in the market for a mortgage, you have two basic options. Some people will go to a bank and apply for a loan. However, a local loan officer may be a better option. Mortgage brokers navigate loan options on behalf of their clients, the home buyer, to help...
by First Home Mortgage | Sep 16, 2020 | Mortgage
Buying your first home is an exciting time. Yet before you enter the world of home buying, you should take some time to understand some basic terminology that will get thrown around a lot in the days ahead. Here are some standard terms and their definitions that home...
by First Home Mortgage | Sep 15, 2020 | Mortgage
Can Bi-weekly Mortgage Payments Save You Money? Outside of a low-interest rate, there are very few ways to save money on your mortgage. On a fixed-rate loan, the payments remain the same month to month, but there is a surprising tactic you can use to save even more....
by First Home Mortgage | Sep 15, 2020 | Mortgage
Your home is one of your largest investments, and the equity in your home is something you can potentially tap into if you need cash in the future. If you need to build that equity quickly, these 10 tips may help you do so. 1. Increase the Curb Appeal Curb appeal may...
by First Home Mortgage | Aug 26, 2020 | Mortgage
For home buyers struggling to come up with the money for a down payment, loving family members are often considerate enough to give them gifts to help. Gifts can help buyers come up with the big chunk of money they need to buy a home, but there are tax implications...
by First Home Mortgage | Aug 6, 2020 | Mortgage
When mom and dad are ready to downsize or move to a home with less maintenance, you may have the option to buy their home. Doing so can save quite a bit of hassle for both them and you, limiting the need to enter the home selling or buying market. It can also help you...
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