Bock Mortgage Group - Michael Bock and Theresa NeSmith

Team Mortgage Mikes December 5, 2019

Should You Get A Second Mortgage To Pay For College?

College is expensive and everyone needs to think about how they are going to cover the costs. Some of the costs include tuition, room and board, meals, books, and spending money.

Team Mortgage Mikes December 4, 2019

Case Shiller, FHFA Report Uptick In Home Price Growth In September

Case-Shiller’s National Home Price Index showed 3.20 percent national home price growth in September, which was 0.10 percent higher than August’s reading of 3.10 percent. The 20-City Home Price Index showed the continued impact of exorbitant home prices on both coasts as home price growth slowed in high-cost areas and smaller markets experienced upward pressure on home prices as home buyers were seeking affordable homes.

Team Mortgage Mikes December 3, 2019

How Are Mortgage Rates Determined?

When someone is interested in buying a home, there are a number of factors that people need to consider. Some of these include the budget, the size of the home, and the mortgage interest rates.

Team Mortgage Mikes December 2, 2019

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 2nd, 2019

Last week’s economic news included readings from Case-Shiller Home Price Indices, readings on new and pending home sales and weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims. The holiday break on Thursday and Friday curtailed some economic reports.

Team Mortgage Mikes November 29, 2019

How Much Of A Down Payment Should I Make On My Home?

There are a lot of steps that people need to take when buying a home. One of the most common issues that people discuss is the down payment. Most banks will require a down payment so that they aren’t the only ones taking on the risk of buying a home. The common question people have is how much of a down payment they should apply.

Team Mortgage Mikes November 27, 2019

3 Crucial Questions To Ask Before You Co-Sign A Mortgage

A mortgage is a significant responsibility. For this reason, many people have someone co-sign with them on their mortgage. Before agreeing to co-sign on any mortgage, it is important to ask the right questions. There are several crucial questions that everyone should ask before they co-sign on someone else’s mortgage.