Did you know that you can purchase today and refinance the loan with no lender fees? While it is impossible to predict when interest rates will change, almost all lenders expect rates to eventually go down.
As many would-be buyers are aware, the market’s performance is being largely controlled by one factor: mortgage rates. During the first half of 2023, these kept housing in a state of suspended animation in many areas.
If you are a first-time home buyer, finding the right home loan and mortgage options can be tough. You’re often left wondering, which option is best for my needs? How much money do I need to put down up front? Do I need a traditional mortgage or something else?
Core Bank has a NEW Rapid Close 21 calendar day closing guarantee for conventional conforming loans. Core Bank will close your loan for an owner-occupied, single-family home purchase or refinance in 21 calendar days or mail you a check for $500 after your loan closing.
Summer is the most popular season for moving house, especially for households with school-aged children. If you have decided to postpone buying a home because of the current interest rates, it is possible that you could wait longer than you’d planned.
Owning a home is a major financial undertaking and can be an important component in building generational wealth. We want to make what can be a protracted and complex process as effortless as possible and can walk you through what to expect so you can assess your needs and find suitable options to finance a home of your own.
Earth Day is coming up on April 22nd. Remembering this observance is a good opportunity to both celebrate progress in green building and sustainable design and to recognize the growing need for green homes.
If you have one or more family members enjoying a week off from school soon, this means you have a spare pair of hands to help with home décor updates. Here are three to consider – they all deliver lasting value for your time and investment. You or your family members just find that they have a hidden talent for DIY.
March is Women’s History Month. Have you ever considered how you or your significant other would feel if she couldn’t buy a home because she wasn’t married? Throughout history, women have worked to achieve financial equality, including the right to buy a home.
Envisioning your dream home is easy, but figuring out how to finance it is usually what keeps it from coming true. Here is some good news – the FHLB Grant program can help you achieve homeownership. First-time homebuyers (or anyone who has not owned a home in the past 3 years) can be eligible to receive up to $7,500 in grant money to cover down payment and closing costs through Core Bank.
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