Turning the key in the door of your new home can feel like opening the door to many future adventures and happy memories for you and your family. We know there is a lot to do in order to feel settled in your new place. Whether you are moving for work or personal reasons, the… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Home Buying Tips
Why Homeownership Matters – and How to Achieve Homeownership in Today’s Market
June is National Homeownership Month – and homeownership is a huge accomplishment. There are a multitude of emotions that come with the path to homeownership, and we are here to make your journey seamless. Here at Peoples, we recognize that homeownership is personal – meaning it’s not just a business transaction. We are excited… Read more »
Peoples Launched Two Brand New Loan Programs for Borrowers Like You!
** At this time, the Wealth Builder Loan Program has been suspended. We are looking into alternatives and will announce when we can resume this program. ** Peoples Mortgage Company just launched two new loan programs that are designed to help homebuyers with their financial goals! If you are in the market for a home,… Read more »
Looking to Buy a Second Home? Jump in Now Before Rates Go Back Up in April
There will be rising costs for second home loans starting April 1, 2022. The FHFA (Federal Housing Finance Agency) recently announced that they will be increasing fees on specific home loans, including higher upfront fees on some high-balance and second-home loans that are sold to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. These fees will increase the… Read more »
6 Reasons to Own a Home Instead of Renting
Are you looking for a place to live, or are you looking for a HOME? Rent payments add up and rental restrictions are numerous. The money you spend on rent payments each year is money you could be investing in the home of your dreams. There are also some other not-so-obvious benefits as well. Let’s… Read more »
5 Benefits of FHA Loans for New Homebuyers
Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans, in existence since 1934, have been helping homeowners get a better deal on owning a home by offering low down payments, low closing costs, and lower qualifying credit. What is an FHA Loan? An FHA home loan is a mortgage issued by federally qualified lenders and insured by the Federal… Read more »
10 Tips for Purchasing Your First Home
Buying a home for the first time can be one of life’s most exciting milestones. However, there are several things that first-time homebuyers should be aware of before diving into their search for the perfect residence. 1) Know Your Budget What are you comfortable paying for your monthly house payment? Keep in mind that a… Read more »
5 Reasons to Get Prequalified Before House Hunting
Looking for the right home is stressful, but skipping an important step before you start looking for a new home can set you back. With a prequalification in hand, shopping for you next home can be a little easier. Here’s how a prequalification helps you as you start your search: Know Where You Stand Eliminate… Read more »
Top Things to Look for When Buying a Home
Touring several homes can be an overwhelming task. Potential buyers often try to take in as much as possible and end up missing the important details of a home. Instead of being dazzled by the attractive staging, here are a few vital things to look for that should actually sway your homebuying decisions: Smells The… Read more »
Simple Steps to Eliminating Debt
By Christine Brackman, Loan Officer Have you ever driven by a home with a for sale sign and said, “Wow! I love that house!” but then, think to yourself, “I wish I had savings for a down payment”, or “what I wouldn’t give to pay those credit cards down”? There are some small steps, with… Read more »
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