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Why are credit scores different with the different bureaus?

by Alterna Mortgage | Jun 14, 2021 | Credit, Financing, Home Buying, Interest rates, Refinancing

When getting ready to buy a house (or refinance), you will go through the process of getting your credit scores. Often times the credit scores are a bit different across the major bureaus when your credit is pulled by a lender. Why does this happen? Actually, there...
Now is a great time for a cash-out refinance

Now is a great time for a cash-out refinance

by Alterna Mortgage | Jun 3, 2021 | Financing, Housing Market, Refinancing

Home values are through the roof and rates are still very low. Higher home values and interest rates as low as they are means you may be able to refinance with some cash out to pay off high interest debt. You might even be able to reduce your monthly mortgage payment...
Spring home buying season is very different this year than most other years

Spring home buying season is very different this year than most other years

by Alterna Mortgage | May 28, 2021 | Financing, Home Buying, Housing Market, Interest rates

Spring is normally the hottest time of year for home sales. Buyers get serious when the warmer weather arrives and most families want to move before the next school year begins. Last year, the coronavirus crisis led to a housing market halt in mid-March, as states...
It is time to get pre-approved for a mortgage

It is time to get pre-approved for a mortgage

by Alterna Mortgage | Mar 31, 2021 | Financing, Home Buying, Housing Market, Mortgage Programs

Anyone can look online at the general requirements to purchase a house. If you wander around long enough, you can figure out if you might qualify based on your current financial situation. When you’re ready to get serious about buying, though, you should take a look...
Good news for the economy is bad news for rates

Good news for the economy is bad news for rates

by Alterna Mortgage | Mar 12, 2021 | Financing, Home Buying, Inflation, Interest rates

So far in 2021, mortgage rates have been on an upward path. Recently released economic data was stronger than expected – so the rising trend continues. As a result of the improving economic conditions, long-term bond yields (including mortgage rates) have risen...
Appreciation of your home can lead to profits and a better bottom line

Appreciation of your home can lead to profits and a better bottom line

by Alterna Mortgage | Feb 16, 2021 | Financing, Home Buying, Real Estate

Owning a home can be a very smart financial decision. The value of your home is likely to increase over time. If you stay in the house long enough (typically at least 5 to 7 years), you could profit when selling your home. Housing prices can shift for various reasons,...
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