Get the right house with the proper knowledge!

Last year, mortgage rates dropped to record lows 13 times! Some experts say mortgages and mortgage refinances may have been the only bright spot in an otherwise tumultuous year.

This year things have remained relatively stable. In the latest Freddie Mac weekly assessment, 30-year fixed-rate loan rates increased to 3.01%.

Rates have risen by 0.13% since last week. There hasn’t been a higher 30-year interest rate since June 24, and it’s by far the most significant increase since mid-January in that time frame. Since the middle of August, rates have been mostly unchanged, ranging between 2.86 percent and 2.88 percent.

The most effective method of negotiating a favorable deal

Different mortgage lenders have different interest rates that they can provide. The majority of buyers will only look at one lender because they place their confidence in the recommendations of their real estate expert. They may miss out on a better deal as a result of this.

Not everyone who applies for a mortgage or refinancing is guaranteed the best rate. A variety of other variables will influence the amount people pay each month. Among the many variables that might affect monthly payments are things like PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance), closing expenses, loan duration, taxes, HOA fees, insurance, and even the kind of loan (fixed vs. adjustable-rate mortgage). Over time, all of these factors have an effect on the total amount a buyer will have to pay on a loan.

A broker might be a viable answer to getting the best deal possible. Mortgage brokers make the process of obtaining a loan much simpler. When comparing rates from several lenders at once, they save you time and effort on your part—as well as sending your documents on your behalf. However, what choices do you have if you are unable to obtain a traditional loan? What are your other possibilities? Open-market mortgages are accessible to purchasers who do not meet the requirements for government-backed loans or other programs. Joining a credit union could also be helpful as you do not need to have the best credit score to qualify.

For these reasons, experts advise that you investigate all of the financing opportunities and current interest rates available to you before beginning your home search.

Just like with anything you learn about for the first time, beginners have little idea what sort of mortgage they need when they go into a mortgage brokerage office or go online to a lending company. This is why there is no substitute for knowing what you’re looking for already, especially when dealing with other variables like property prices and current rates that are out of our control.

There are several different kinds of home loans.

Traditional Mortgages:

Consumers with better credit and larger down payments may be able to acquire a traditional mortgage with a fixed or adjustable interest rate that they can afford to pay back over time.

Subsidized Mortgages:

First-time homeowners and consumers in low-income regions can obtain mortgage loans at a reduced rate of interest thanks to assistance from the Federal Housing Administration and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Buyers with less-than-perfect credit (a 580 FICO score) can still receive low-cost home loans through FHA and USDA programs. However, borrowing constraints and safe dwelling inspections are two examples of government-subsidized lending limits. These loans are almost exclusively used for the purchase of a single-family residence.

VA Loans:

The Department of Veterans Affairs loan program allows veterans and active-duty military members to purchase a house with no down payment and no PMI. Because of the VA’s guarantee, banks can offer loans. For first-time homeowners, VA loans demand a financing fee ranging from 1.4 percent to 3.64 percent.

Finally, shopping for the best mortgage should not be viewed as a one-size-fits-all endeavor; everyone’s situations and needs are different. So your approach should be open to adaptability. If you need more guidance through the mortgage industry, you should give Chris Simpson a call 231-215-7229. I can help get you in touch with one of the many loan officers I partner with to walk you through the process!