by Alterna Mortgage | Sep 29, 2020 | Interest rates, Real Estate, Refinancing
There are a lot of great reasons to refinance your home mortgage. To help you decide if it is the right decision for you, we have added a Refinance Calculator to our website. Why would you want to refinance? Lowering your interest rate Known as a “rate-and-term”...
by Alterna Mortgage | Sep 28, 2020 | Financing, Interest rates, Real Estate, Refinancing
Buying a house is likely one of the most important decisions you have ever made. If you still love your home, but not your mortgage rate, you might want to consider refinancing now while interest rates are so low. Refinancing gives you the opportunity to exchange your...
by Alterna Mortgage | Sep 23, 2020 | Interest rates, Refinancing
Federal Reserve officials are expected to leave interest rates near zero for the foreseeable future — likely through at least 2023. This means they will put up with periods of higher inflation in an effort to revive the labor market and economy. The announcement last...
by Alterna Mortgage | Aug 3, 2020 | Housing Market, Interest rates, Mortgage Programs, Real Estate
The notion that summertime prices are always the highest prices is a myth. The truth is that there are a number of factors that determine home pricing such as summer slowdown at the office, fluctuating interest rates, general economic health, and this year: COVID....
by Alterna Mortgage | Jul 28, 2020 | Credit, Housing Market, Interest rates, Real Estate
Save for a Down Payment It’s generally common to put 20% down, but first-time home buyer programs allow as for much less. Keep this in mind: putting down less than 20% may mean higher costs and paying for private mortgage insurance. Check Your Credit Your credit will...
by Alterna Mortgage | Jul 23, 2020 | Financing, Interest rates, Refinancing
The process of refinancing your home is nearly identical to applying for your first mortgage. Before you begin, you’ll definitely want to connect with us at Alterna Mortgage to go over your options. We will help automate the process as much as possible for you by...
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