If you’re uncertain if you can meet the standards necessary to secure a conventional mortgage loan, a Federal Housing Administration loan might be the right choice for you. It’s a mortgage product backed by the government, which helps borrowers... (Read More)

For the fourth consecutive year, Primary Residential Mortgage has been named a Scotsman Guide 2016 Top Mortgage Lender in America. PRMI was selected from hundreds of mortgage companies nationwide for this honor. To be eligible for consideration... (Read More)

Your credit score is a very important three-digit number. It has a big impact on whether you qualify for a home loan and your mortgage rate. While a number of different factors can influence your credit score, one of the most important is how well... (Read More)

A pre-purchase home inspection is a recommended part of the home buying process. An investment of about $300 to $500 can help you avoid an unexpected defect that could cost thousands of dollars, even tens of thousands, after you sign on the dotted... (Read More)

Heading out of town? There are a number of steps you can take to keep your home safe while you're away. While an alarm system can be effective in deterring burglars, there are a number of other simple steps you can take to help make your home less... (Read More)

It's that time of the year for cleaning and organizing. It's also a good time to do the same with your digital world! Here is a four-week program from The Better Business Bureau and the National Cyber Security Alliance designed to help you organize... (Read More)

Moving into a new home? If you have children, it's a great time to make sure your home is safe for the smallest members of your household. Every 30 minutes a child in the United States is injured as a result of a TV or furniture tip-over incident... (Read More)

With mortgage rates near historic lows, it's no surprise that most home buyers select fixed-rate home loans. But if you're comparing all of your loan options before you buy, you might want to take a few minutes to learn about ARMs. With an... (Read More)

Did you know that FSBOs —homes that are For Sale by Owner — account for only about 8 percent of home sales? Or that many properties that start out as FSBOs end up being listed with and sold by a Realtor? Here's why so many people sell their... (Read More)

Should you continue to rent or is it time to buy? Generally, the more time you plan to live in a home, the more sense it makes to buy. If you have just moved to a community, renting — at least initially — may be a better option as you get to... (Read More)