Saving enough money for a down payment may be one of the little hurdles along the way to homeowner happiness. While changes in down payment standards may be looming, find out why paying more up front may be beneficial.
Has The 20% Down Payment Standard Resurfaced?
by Stephanie Koske on October 4, 2011 in Home Buying, Market Insights, Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Updates and Changes, Refinance Mortgage
Why a 5-year Adjustable Rate Mortgage Might Make Sense for You
by Jonathan Slappey on June 22, 2011 in Home Buying, Refinance Mortgage, Smart Shopper
Each mortgage type has its advantages and disadvantages. Here we discuss how a 5-year adjustable rate mortgage might be a good choice depending on your situation.
PMI and MIP: Understanding Mortgage Insurance
by Victoria Araj on January 27, 2011 in Home Buying, Refinance Mortgage
Many homeowners pay it and many home buyers try to avoid it…mortgage insurance. You may be wondering, “What is mortgage insurance and why do I have to pay for it?” Here’s more information on how it may affect your mortgage payments.
VA Jumbo Loan: Higher Mortgage Loan Amounts for Veterans
by Victoria Araj on December 20, 2010 in Home Buying, Mortgage Updates and Changes, Refinance Mortgage
Are you a veteran or member of the U.S. military who needs a very large loan amount for your home? Good news! Quicken Loans is [...]
Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
by Gabriela Islas on December 10, 2010 in Home Buying, Refinance Mortgage
What Is Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)? Private Mortgage Insurance (also referred to as mortgage protection insurance on the West Coast) is a costly insurance premium [...]
Watch-It Wednesday: What is PMI Insurance?
by Amber Hunt on December 8, 2010 in Home Buying, Refinance Mortgage
What is PMI Insurance? Find out from Bob Walters – he answers this question and more in our weekly video blog!
Veterans: Should You Choose a VA Loan or an FHA Loan?
by Amber Hunt on June 10, 2010 in Home Buying, Refinance Mortgage
Information for veterans weighing the pros & cons of two popular government loans, the VA loan & the FHA loan.
7 Things to Know Before Applying For a Home Loan
by Amber Hunt on May 21, 2010 in Mortgage Rates
With interest rates near historic lows many people are ready to buy their first home. Being prepared for what’s to come will help make the process easy and painless.
The Top Reasons Why Now is the Best Time to Buy a Home Ever.
by Clayton Closson on May 8, 2009 in Home Buying
Quicken Loans mortgage news. “It's a buyer's market! Buy now and get the first time home buyer tax credit! Best time to buy a home, EVER!” Over the past few months you've heard the buzz circulating. So what's fueling this push to buy a home? What makes this the best time ever? Here, let's go over the top reasons to buy a home now.
Tax Tips for Homeowners
by Clayton Closson on April 8, 2009 in Homeowners Tips
We’ve assembled some tips to help you get the most tax perks from homeownership, and keep as much money as the law allows!
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