Mortgage Basics
Take the next step toward homeownership
Buying a home can be very overwhelming. Our mortgage education resources can help first-time home buyers navigate the mortgage process so they can get into the home of their dreams.
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It’s hard to know what to expect when you’re buying a house—especially for the first time. Review our step-by-step guide to get you into your new home.
Come again?! Mortgages don’t have to be Greek to you. Check out this handy mortgage glossary.
Documents and How-Tos
PMI may be a requirement for your mortgage loan when you have a down payment of less than 20 percent of your property’s value.
Many homebuyers are surprised to find that their monthly house payment is more than the payment calculated to pay back their loan. That’s because lenders often require buyers to put money into escrow.
After you’ve been in your new home, you’ll likely be tempted by ads that promise to help you pay down your mortgage faster. It’s a really great idea except for paying the fee they’ll charge. You can set up a biweekly payment plan yourself without paying a middleman. See how!
Save time by grabbing a list and checking off the documents you’ll need.
To be considered an approved builder for our members to use Consumers financing for, please complete the attached Builder profile. The form should be submitted via email or fax to the Consumers mortgage loan officer your client is working with.
Get prepared for buying a new home. Here’s what you need to know.
Get the help you need from the time you apply until closing paperwork is signed.
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