When buying a home, your credit score has a significant impact on your monthly mortgage payment. Generally, the higher your credit score, the lower the mortgage rate you may be able to qualify for. Likewise, the lower your credit score, the higher... (Read More)

The VA home loan program is one of the most flexible and attractive ways to finance a home today. There's no set downpayment requirement, no private mortgage insurance and rates are lower compared with some other types of loan programs. It's also... (Read More)

When purchasing a home, your mortgage pre-approval is based on your current financial situation. Between the time you're pre-approved and the time you close on your home loan, you don't want your financial situation to change much. Luckily, there... (Read More)

Do you feel like the mortgage industry has language all its own? You're not alone. Surveys show that many consumers get frustrated with all of the unfamiliar terms, acronyms and phrases that are part of the mortgage application process. At PRMI, we... (Read More)

You've found the home of your dreams, the seller has accepted your offer and your loan application is being processed. When is the best time to "lock" your mortgage rate? And for how long should your lock be effective? If you're buying or building a... (Read More)

When financing a home, you have a lot of choices, including the term of the loan. It's estimated that 80 percent of all home buyers elect to take out 30-year fixed-rate home loans. It's a popular option because of the low monthly payments. Less... (Read More)

Moving into a new home is a happy — and hectic — time. There's so much to do! We know your to-do list is overflowing in the days and weeks after purchasing a home. But we wanted to share with you two tasks that you'll want to put at the top of... (Read More)

The VA home loan program is one of the most flexible and attractive ways to finance a home today. There's no set downpayment requirement*, no private mortgage insurance and rates are lower compared with some other types of loan programs. It's also... (Read More)

If you're thinking about purchasing a home in the future, there's no time like the present to obtain your credit report and score. With all the security breaches that have occurred in the past year, you'll definitely want to check to see if you have... (Read More)

Are you getting a tax refund this year? According to the IRS, the average U.S. tax refund is nearly $3,000, with some families getting thousands more. A large refund could be a nice addition to a downpayment savings fund. If you haven't started... (Read More)