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Should I Ever Consider a Balloon Mortgage?

Should I Ever Consider a Balloon Mortgage?

The typical mortgage loan lasts 30 years and is amortized equally over that entire period, so that the borrower makes consistent payments, including both interest and principal. The last payment pays off the loan. However, there is a type of loan called a

Nov 17, 2021 | Refinancing a Home

Americans Home Equity is at a Record High

Americans Home Equity is at a Record High

With the housing market on fire, home prices have steadily risen for the past several years. The result has been an enormous amount of home equity for American homeowners. In fact, according to mortgage data firm Black Knight in the second quarter of 2021

Oct 20, 2021 | Refinancing a Home

Can Refinancing Hurt My Credit Score?

Can Refinancing Hurt My Credit Score?

Refinancing a mortgage can be incredibly helpful financially, whether for lowering monthly payments, shortening the loan term, or pulling out equity to pay off debt or for other projects. Even as you achieve those fiscal goals, you may wonder what effect

Jul 14, 2021 | Refinancing a Home

How to Refinance After a Mortgage Forbearance

How to Refinance After a Mortgage Forbearance

Even though the COVID-19 pandemic is waning in the U.S., millions of Americans continue to suffer financially from the effects. In fact, 2.3 million homeowners are still in mortgage forbearance plans, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. Hopeful

May 26, 2021 | Refinancing a Home

Should I Stay with my Current Lender when I Refinance?

Should I Stay with my Current Lender when I Refinance?

Even though they have been inching up, mortgage interest rates still remain near historic lows, making it an excellent time to refinance. If you want to take advantage of these rock-bottom rates or if you want to pull money out of your equity, the first s

May 19, 2021 | Refinancing a Home

There are LOTS of Reasons why You Might Want to Refinance

There are LOTS of Reasons why You Might Want to Refinance

Mortgage interest rates have been creeping up from their historic lows over the past few months, but they are still extremely low. That means refinancing remains a great option for those looking to save money. However, even as rates climb, there are plent

Apr 21, 2021 | Refinancing a Home

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