Are you looking to reduce your monthly mortgage payments, get a lower interest rate, convert your home equity into cash, or switch to a fixed-rate loan? Consider refinancing your home loan.

But before you jump into the refinance process, remember that everyone’s financi...

The holidays are almost here and for many, that means gathering with family and loved ones. If you're hosting a holiday dinner this year, it may be easy to feel stressed or overwhelmed - especially if it's your first time hosting. However, with good organization and a...

When the last of summer’s heat is a faint memory, and you’re pulling out your hoodies more than your shorts, it’s time to tackle a few simple chores that’ll make winter more pleasant and prevent some nasty surprises next spring.

Download and print the following checklis...

Winter weather season is almost here, and the Department of Homeland Security recommends families prepare ahead to survive independently for at least 72 hours in the event of an emergency, and offers tips on creating, updating and storing supplies.

Basic disaster suppli...

The Internal Revenue Service recently issued warnings regarding a new variation on an old phone scam: Criminals can spoof telephone numbers belonging to IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) to dupe taxpayers into paying fake tax bills. 

In this version of the phone...

Lake season is in full swing! If you are considering purchasing a vacation property, now is a great time.

No matter what type of vacation property – lakeshore, rural or urban — you’ll follow the same basic steps when it comes to financing a second home. Here are some th...

Don’t let the fear of multiple credit inquiries keep you from shopping for a mortgage.

Fact: Your credit score plays a significant role in your life. Scores can determine insurance rates, employment, opening a bank account, and borrowing money like mortgage lending.

If y...

As you probably know, your credit is an important factor when determining your eligibility for a home loan. It is also a factor that will help determine your interest rate for a home mortgage.

Being “in the know” about your credit is important. One of our experienced Mo...

Purchasing power, simply put, is the amount of home you can afford to buy for the budget you have available to spend. As rates increase, the price of the house you can afford will decrease if you plan to stay within a certain monthly housing budget.

The chart below show...

Whether it is your first home or you’re already a homeowner, there are some critical thing you should do before a move to a new place. Here are 13 things that will help make your next move easier.