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The Benefits of Mortgage Rate Buydowns

July 23, 2025 by Rilian Ball

When purchasing a home, every detail matters, especially your interest rate. One strategy that many buyers overlook is the mortgage rate buydown. A buydown allows you to lower your interest rate for the first few years of your loan, or even permanently, by paying upfront fees at closing. This option can significantly reduce your monthly payments, offering financial relief when you need it most. Types of Mortgage Rate BuydownsThere are two common types of buydowns. A temporary buydown, such as a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Rates Tagged With: Lower Payments, Mortgage Rate Buydown, Mortgage Tips

Are Low Down Payment Programs Right for You?

July 22, 2025 by Rilian Ball

Purchasing a home is a significant milestone, but for many buyers, saving for a large down payment can feel overwhelming. Thankfully, low down payment programs can offer a solution, making homeownership more accessible than ever before. However, before choosing one of these options, it is important to understand both the benefits and potential drawbacks. Low down payment programs are designed to help buyers secure a home with as little as three percent to five percent down, depending on the loan … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: First Time Home Buyer, Home Loan Options, Low Down Payment

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 21st, 2025

July 21, 2025 by Rilian Ball

While inflation has slowed down since the pandemic, it is showing a faster-than-expected rise for consumers, as the CPI (Consumer Price Index) has reported a higher than expected 0.3% increase, contrasted to the 0.2% expected increase. Meanwhile, the PPI (Producer Price Index) has proven to be entirely flat, with the largest takeaway being that signs of tariff-related inflation are — at best — scattered among data reports, leading to many speculating that the impacts have been … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

Could You Save Money by Refinancing Right Now?

July 18, 2025 by Rilian Ball

Understanding the Real BenefitsThe most common reason to refinance is to lower your monthly payment by getting a better interest rate. But refinancing can also help you pay off your loan faster, switch from an adjustable to a fixed rate, or tap into your home equity for important expenses. If your credit score has improved, or if your home has gained value, you may qualify for better loan terms now than when you originally purchased. Lower Monthly Payments or Faster PayoffEven a small drop in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Mortgage Tips, Refinance Reports, Save Money

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