Home has become more important than ever these past few months. It’s our safe space. Being quarantined, though, can make us view home in a new light – and inspire us to make changes to the property to benefit the whole family. So if you’re considering updating a bathroom, remodeling the kitchen, or making other […]
Hoping to buy a house while still carrying student loan debt might seem like a dead end – as in, why even try to get a mortgage? The typical amount of education debt outstanding in 2018 per person was between $20,000 and $25,000, according to the Federal Reserve Bank. On average, that’s a payment of […]
In just a few short weeks, the COVID-19 outbreak has changed our lives and raised serious questions about the future. The Federal Reserve Bank has slashed interest rates to zero (among other actions) to try to lessen the economic damage of business and job loss. A zero interest rate also can result in mortgage rates […]
With interest rates historically low right now and looking as if they may not get lower, this means that mortgage interest rates are holding steady, too. So it may make sense to refinance – get a new home loan and pay off the old one. There are several things to look into and factors to […]
Figuring out the financial aspect of buying a home is more than a mortgage calculator would have you believe. Loan interest rate and monthly payments are just a snapshot of the costs of buying a home. The bigger picture is the type of home loan (or loans) that fit your finances and the effect on […]
Are you ready to buy a home? Congratulations! Owning your own home comes with many benefits and is an amazing feeling. For most of us, a home is the biggest purchase we will ever make. That makes the purchasing process, from start to finish, very important. You might be asking yourself why should I get […]
Transferring digital information during real estate transactions makes it easy and convenient for everyone to do business. While financial institutions (like Capital Bank Home Loans) have sophisticated cybersecurity systems in place, everyone has to be continually vigilant against cyber-breaches. As an individual you can be on alert to keep your personal information safe when getting […]
If you’re reading advice online about buying a home (and who isn’t!), you’re likely to come across a question that many homebuyers ask: Should I work with the mortgage lender my real estate agent recommends, or find one myself? That’s a really important question to answer. The Advantage of Your Own Lender Versus Realtor Recommendations […]
If you are a veteran, thank you for your service! VA home loans are a terrific benefit that can help you get into your dream home. Here is a complete VA Loans Guidelines to help you. What is a VA loan? VA loans are administered through the United States Department of Veterans Affairs but are […]
When shopping for a mortgage, lenders will typically provide two different numbers to show the cost of borrowing the money. The mortgage interest rate, which is related to the cost of borrowing the principal amount of the loan. It is the cost you will pay each year to borrow the money, expressed as a percentage […]
Are you wondering how to get pre approved for a mortgage? It’s one step in the home buying process you shouldn’t overlook. Mortgage pre-approval means that a lender has conditionally approved you for a set home loan amount, based on your credit and finances. Having a mortgage pre-approval letter in your pocket can streamline the […]
Most people Googling “how to buy a home” soon find out that credit score plays a big role in getting a mortgage. Your credit score shows lenders how to rate you as a borrower. Lenders want evidence that you pay bills and repay loans. A history of using credit plus a good credit score give […]
If you’re researching the finances of buying your first home, you are learning there are a lot of costs associated with buying a home. In fact the term “closing costs” likely keeps popping up. Closing costs are the charges and fees related to buying a house in your state and county and getting a home […]
Quick quiz: You’re thinking of buying a home – What’s the first thing you do? A. Look online for open houses you can tour B. Find a real estate agent C. Talk to a loan officer The answer is “C” – and not just because we’re a bank. A loan officer helps pin down your […]
Though the housing market changes from year to year (and even sometimes quarter to quarter), the challenge for first time homebuyers stays the same: affordability. According to The National Association of Realtors, 2018 renters looking to buy their first home say their top two concerns are saving for a down payment and qualifying for a […]
