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6 life-changing stories from our clients
Read a few stories about how we've created life-changing experiences through lending.

What causes mortgage rates to rise and fall?
Learn about the seven indicators that help to predict the ups and downs of mortgage rates.

Understanding down payment assistance
A down payment is a common hurdle to homeownership. These programs can help.
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How much do you need for a down payment?
Putting 20-percent down on a house is great if you have it. But if you don’t, other options exist.

A quick overview of Conventional Loans
Could a Conventional Loan help to make your dream of homeownership a reality?

How to leverage the Fed rate increase
What does another Fed rate increase mean for you? Find out if more mortgage rate hikes are coming.

5 compelling reasons to sell this winter
Usually, spring is seen as the ideal time to put a house on the market.

5 compelling reasons to buy a house this winter
Is it smart to buy a house right now? There are at least five potential benefits to buying this winter.

Winter is coming: 11 home maintenance tasks
Use our 11-step winter home maintenance checklist to help weather the changing seasons.

NEW: FHA Loan limits just increased
The amount of money that can be borrowed using an FHA Loan is going up in 2023, according to the Federal Housing Administrati

Introducing higher Conforming Loan limits
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) just raised its 2023 Conforming Loan limits to $726,200.

What are seller concessions?
As we shift out of a seller’s market, seller concessions are a possibility for homebuyers.

Must-haves for your move-in list
Learn how (and when) to set up home insurance, internet, home security, and smart home tech.

Top 12 tips for financial wellness
From saving to budgeting, try one of these ideas to improve your financial wellness.

Primary vs. secondary vs. rental property
A quick guide to understanding the basic types of property for homebuyers.

The basics of a Reverse Mortgage
For homeowners aged 62 and older, a Reverse Mortgage offers a way to convert equity into cash.

What causes mortgage rates to rise and fall?
Learn about the seven indicators that help to predict the ups and downs of mortgage rates.

Understanding down payment assistance
A down payment is a common hurdle to homeownership. These programs can help.

Using a buydown to reduce your rate
Temporary Buydowns aren't always a good idea, but they can be a solution for some buyers.

If you wait to buy, will it cost you more?
With today's housing market, homebuyers want to know: Buy now or wait?

How to plan an open house
What’s one sure-fire way to set yourself apart? Throw an unforgettable open house.

7 common Realtor mistakes
As the market changes, so do buyers' expectations. Learn how to get your client list growing again.

10 ways to turn your house into a home
If your social media conversions are struggling, check out these LinkedIn tips for better lead generation.

8 ways to use LinkedIn to reach new clients
This might be the most overlooked platform to help grow your business. Read on for 8 LinkedIn tips.

10 mortgage shortcuts you should try
Homebuying doesn't have to be hard. Try one of these mortgage hacks.