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Conozca a Anabel, Prestamista Hipotecario de Elevations

Posted on July 28, 2020 (December 29, 2020) by Elevations Credit Union

in Home Lending

Los Prestamistas Hipotecarios de Elevations tienen una exitosa trayectoria en ayudar con en el proceso hipotecario a quienes compran una casa por primera vez y a quienes ya tienen experiencia en esto. Anabel Allman ha trabajado como Prestamista Hipotecario desde 2004 e inició su carrera en finanzas cuando tenía 18 años. Lea su motivadora historia sobre por qué eligió como carrera ayudar a la gente en el proceso hipotecario.   Para Anabel Allman, ayudar a

Buying a Home: 4 Steps to Get Started

Posted on July 6, 2020 (April 5, 2021) by Elevations Mortgage

in Home Lending

House shopping and imagining the possibilities for your new life can be really fun. However, before setting out to look at homes with a real estate agent, you’ll want to square away a couple of not-so-fun details so you’re well positioned to make an offer when that dream home comes along. Namely: Figure out what

How to Get Your Finances Ready to Buy a Home in Colorado

Posted on January 29, 2020 (April 18, 2024) by Elevations Mortgage

in Home Lending

It’s time. Your dream of being a homeowner on the Front Range of Colorado is coming true. But, what first steps should you take? As you explore the Colorado real estate market, you’ll have to demonstrate your financial stability to lenders, real estate agents and sellers. Here are a few ways to get started. Money

What is Title Insurance and Why Do We Need It?

Posted on January 3, 2020 (December 29, 2020) by Elevations Mortgage

in Home Lending

As you explore the home buying process for your new Colorado real estate, you may see title insurance listed as part of your estimated closing costs. This is a common line item that all home buyers should understand. In short, title insurance protects the buyer and lender from potential damage, losses or legal fees arising

Mortgage Update: New Loan Limits for 2020

Posted on December 4, 2019 (December 29, 2020) by Elevations Mortgage

in Home Lending

The Federal Housing Finance Agency is raising the baseline conforming loan limit for 2018. Learn what this means for borrowers in Colorado in thelatest blog from our mortgage team.

4 Surprising ways HELOCs help homeowners reach their goals

Posted on November 5, 2019 (May 21, 2024) by Elevations Credit Union

in Personal Finance , Home Lending

As many as 78% of Americans see homeownership as a defining characteristic of the American Dream, according to a recent report by Mynd, a tech-enabled real estate company.1 There are many benefits to homeownership, but the ability to use home equity to reach other financial goals is one that many homeowners may not have considered.

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Homebuying and Your Credit Score: Tips from the Mortgage Pros

Posted on October 31, 2019 (February 9, 2021) by Elevations Mortgage

in Personal Finance , Home Lending

Why does your credit score matter? How can you improve it? Where do you even begin? All of these questions are important to ask if you’re considering buying a home. To qualify, a minimum credit score may be required depending on the overall loan profile. The higher your credit score, the more likely you are

Buying a Home? Consider a VA Loan from Elevations

Posted on July 17, 2019 (December 29, 2020) by Elevations Mortgage

in Home Lending

If you are in the market to purchase a home and are wondering about VA loans, you’ve landed in the right place. A VA loan is available through a program with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs and is designed for service members, veterans and eligible surviving spouses. Read on to learn more about

What are the Different Mortgage Types?

Posted on April 9, 2019 (December 29, 2020) by Aaron Staufer

in Home Lending

When shopping for a home, one of your first steps will likely be securing a loan. There are many types of mortgage loans, and three of the most common loans for first-time homebuyers are conventional, FHA and VA loans. Read on to learn more about the characteristics of these loans to discover what you may

Six Questions to Ask When Buying a Condo or Townhome

Posted on March 4, 2019 (December 29, 2020) by Elevations Mortgage

in Home Lending

If you’re looking to buy a home along Colorado’s Front Range, you’re probably all too familiar with the low inventory and high costs in our real estate market. For many first-time home buyers, considering a condo or townhome opens up additional options. However, it’s important to know the differences between buying a single-family home and buying a condo or townhome.

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Category: Home Lending

Conozca a Anabel, Prestamista Hipotecario de Elevations

Buying a Home: 4 Steps to Get Started

How to Get Your Finances Ready to Buy a Home in Colorado

What is Title Insurance and Why Do We Need It?

Mortgage Update: New Loan Limits for 2020

4 Surprising ways HELOCs help homeowners reach their goals

Homebuying and Your Credit Score: Tips from the Mortgage Pros

Buying a Home? Consider a VA Loan from Elevations

What are the Different Mortgage Types?

Six Questions to Ask When Buying a Condo or Townhome

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