New Year’s Resolutions are notoriously hard to keep up with. By February or March, many promises to eat healthier or go to the gym more often are forgotten. However, there are some resolutions that could make your financial situation (and … Continue Reading

There are many benefits to working with a local lender. Often local lenders can be more flexible with their borrowers and have more attentive customer service. However, it can also be difficult to find many local lenders to work with, … Continue Reading

Being home alone can be pretty spooky, especially if it’s dark and stormy and you keep hearing strange noises. Most of the time, it’s easy enough to chalk it up to the wind or to your imagination. But what if … Continue Reading

Fees, closing costs, down payments – a lot of expenses are associated with obtaining a mortgage. Even if you can afford monthly mortgage payments, coming up with the cash for these other costs can be tricky. And sometimes you want … Continue Reading

If you’re a United States veteran and you’re looking to buy a home, consider getting a VA loan. These unique loans are guaranteed by the Department of Veteran Affairs (or VA) and are offered to service men and women and … Continue Reading

A Glossy Look at First Choice Loan Service’s Online Glossary If you’re looking for a mortgage, it’s important to learn the common terminology. Being knowledgeable can help you better understand your loan and find the one that’s best for you. … Continue Reading

If you’ve been following any mortgage-related blogs or news sources, you know that people are refinancing like crazy! In fact, the Mortgage Bankers Association says there are almost twice as many refinance applications now compared to last year. Low rates … Continue Reading