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Team Mortgage Mikes March 4, 2022

A Guide To Helping A Dog Adjust To A New Home

Most people treat their dogs as members of the family. Just as moving can be difficult for children, moving can be a challenge for dogs as well. Dogs develop an attachment to their homes, and they can have a hard time adjusting to a new place.

Team Mortgage Mikes March 3, 2022

Can You Refinance into a VA Mortgage from Another Type of Mortgage? Yes, If You Qualify

VA mortgages stand out as one of the biggest benefits to men and women serving in the military. Although private lenders make the loan, the Department of Veterans Affairs guarantees all VA mortgages, which is why these loans come with favorable terms and benefits not found with other mortgage types.

Team Mortgage Mikes February 28, 2022

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – February 28, 2022

Last week’s economic reporting included readings on home prices from S&P Case-Shiller and the Federal Housing Finance Agency; data on pending home sales and sales of new homes were also released. The University of Michigan released its final February reading on consumer sentiment and weekly reports on average mortgage rates and jobless claims were also published.

Team Mortgage Mikes February 25, 2022

How Can You Secure A Better Interest Rate When Refinancing Your Home Loan?

If you want to save money on your home loan, you may want to consider refinancing. During the refinancing process, you will replace your existing home loan with a new one; however, you want to secure the lowest interest rate possible. How can you get a better rate on your mortgage during the refinancing process?

Team Mortgage Mikes February 24, 2022

S&P Case-Shiller Indices: December Home Price Growth Hits Record High

While U.S. home prices grew at record speed in December, rising mortgage rates threatened rapid price appreciation as buyers were sidelined by affordability concerns. S&P Case-Shiller’s National Home Price Index reported 18.80 percent year-over-year home price growth in December.

Team Mortgage Mikes February 23, 2022

Everything Homeowners Need To Know About Down Payments

Buying a house is an exciting time, but homeowners also need to make the best financial decision to meet their needs. One of the biggest decisions potential homeowners will face is how much money to put down.