Are you house shopping with cat or dog in mind? You're not alone. According to a recent survey, one third of Millennials said one of the reasons they purchased a home was for their dog. Home buyers in other age groups, of course, are making home... (Read More)

Growing family? It just might be a great time to buy your first home or one that better fits your family's needs. Mortgage rates remain low. And if home prices and mortgage rates increase in the next year or two as forecasted, home buyers who wait... (Read More)

Your credit score is an important number that can affect the interest rate you can get for a mortgage and even whether you can qualify for certain types of home loans. It's not the same as your credit report. Think of your credit score as a... (Read More)

Primary Residential Mortgage makes first-time home buying easier with our FHA loan options. As an established FHA loan lender, our team helps you take the necessary steps to help you finance your own home. FHA Loans are geared toward... (Read More)

When financing a home, it's estimated that 80 percent of all home buyers elect to take out 30-year fixed-rate home loans. It's a popular option because of the low monthly payments. Less popular are 15-year and 10-year fixed-rate home loans. The... (Read More)

Ever heard of a nonconforming or jumbo home loan and wondered what it is? It's a type of mortgage that has a balance that is above the limits for government-sponsored loans. In most parts of the country, any loan for a single-family home greater... (Read More)

Home equity is on the rise nationwide. Is it time to unlock yours? Home equity is basically the difference between your home’s market value and the total amount you owe on your mortgage. There are two basic ways to tap your home equity—... (Read More)

Have you checked mortgage rates lately? Fixed mortgage rates have been hitting a low for the year. Whether you're a home buyer, homeowner or home seller, the dip in mortgage rates could be a benefit to you. Today's low mortgage rates also have... (Read More)

Looking for a spacious home but have a limited budget? You may feel like you have to downsize your dreams, but don’t limit your options just yet! By making a few tweaks to your home search, you may be able to find a bigger home within your budget... (Read More)