Basics and Payment Options for Closing Costs
Within the purchase of a home and the obtaining of a mortgage, there’s one important area that often gets glossed over: Closing […]
New Year’s Resolutions for First-Time Buyers
The first 12 months of homeownership will set the tone for your entire experience, and it’s also one of the prime periods […]
Factors in Lowering Home Values
There are many factors that go into a home’s value, and if you’re searching for a new home, particularly as a first-time […]
Lowering Mortgage Payments Without Refinancing
A mortgage is a long-term commitment, and for some people, finances can naturally change over the life of a longer mortgage loan. […]
Learning the Basics of Down Payments
When looking for a new home, particularly their first, many people are naturally concerned about the down payment. This number, which stands […]
Learning About the Underwriting Process
Within a standard mortgage process, there are elements that are handled directly between you and a lender, and there are elements handled […]
Basic Mortgage Application Stages
At Altius Mortgage and our partners at Mortgage Ogden, one of the primary services our mortgage brokers provide is a thorough and […]
When It’s Right to Wait on a Mortgage
Buying a home is a great option for many people, and if you’re looking to be a first time home buyer, we […]
Important Mortgage Terms to Know
Buying a home can be a complex process, and for many people, it’s the largest transaction they’ll ever complete. It’s important to […]
Tips for Raising Home Equity
Within the mortgage world, “equity” is a term you’ll hear a lot. In simple terms, it refers to the difference between your […]
Avoiding Common Reverse Mortgage Pitfalls
For seniors who have equity in a prior home loan, reverse mortgages are growing in popularity. These are loans for seniors at […]
What Size of Mortgage Can You Afford?
We’re here to help with all the technical details of a mortgage situation at Altius Mortgage and our partners at Mortgage Ogden, […]