INSIGHTS FOR HOME BUYERS

Mortgages allow people to finance the purchases of their homes. Four key tips that can help anyone applying for a mortgage are the...

Every year, real estate scams — such as wire fraud and other mortgage fraud — lead to millions of dollars in losses to families. For...

Even if the current rates are outstanding and you can better access federal programs, you want to refinance in the smartest possible way....

Is it best to pay off your mortgage rapidly or put excess money into investments? Along with paying off high-interest debt, putting money...

Buying a home in Minnesota is an exciting process, whether you’re a first time homebuyer, or looking for a change. If you’re not in a...

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the Minnesota housing market is booming. The problem for homebuyers? It’s a seller’s market. There’s a...

Buying your first house in Minnesota? CONGRATS! We wish we could make this blog as simple as a one-size-fits-all checklist, but...

You’ve probably heard of private mortgage insurance, or PMI. If you have a conventional loan for your home, PMI is required when you put...

Sure. And it could save you thousands. For the first time since April, the mortgage rate averages compiled by Freddie Mac rose back over...

In 2021, all-time low rates were achieved for all major mortgage types tracked by the federal government. What is the lowest refinance...

Buying your first home is an exciting time. It can also be confusing. Some first-time homebuyers make rushed decisions because they’re...

There’s so much information you need to know when buying a home that it can make your head spin. But we’re here to make it a...

Average Rates in the Freddie Mac PMMS Below 3% Across the Board We humans have our weaknesses. It’s funny how seriously we take trends....

Alarm bell sounded by CNET writer Justin Jaffe: Don’t miss out on saving thousands Journalist Justin Jaffe, writing for CNET, noted that...

Having confirmation of your preapproval for a mortgage at the start of the process can be critical in a competitive homebuying climate,...

Credit Issues & Want to Refinance or Buy? As of Today, September 18, 2021, It Just Got a Little Easier. Are there other ways to determine...

“Can I still refinance with late mortgage payments?” is a fair question to ask. Having a late payment can be a problem in refinancing....

What Questions Should I Ask a Broker or Loan Officer? Trust me, we get it: Buying a new home is exciting, though stressful with how many...

Mortgage rates are epic right now in Minneapolis, throughout Minnesota, and nationwide. What unnecessary risk are homeowners taking in...

A mortgage professional association that performs a weekly survey has found a rise in both types of mortgages, refinances and purchase...