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Are Fixed Rate Mortgages or Adjustable Rate Mortgages better for me?
When you are in the market for a mortgage, one of the many decisions you’ll have to make is whether to apply for a fixed-rate loan or an adjustable rate mortgage (ARM). Both can be beneficial, depending on your situation. Learning the difference between them can ensure you get the right product for your financial goals. Fixed-Rate Mortgages Fixed-rate mortgages (FRMs) are just as their name suggests - loan with a fixed interest rate, a rate that never changes over the course of the mortgage. The obvious benefit of this type of loan is that your monthly payment, as well as your inte...
August 15th, 2018 | Purchasing a Home, Fixed Rate Mortgages, Adjustable Rate Mortgages, Refinancing a Home, Are Fixed Rate Mortgages or Adjustable Rate Mortgages better for me?
The Top 4 Reasons You Should Get a VA Loan
If you are a military veteran or are currently serving active-duty, there is an incredible mortgage loan available to you through the Department of Veterans Affairs – the VA loan. VA mortgages are made through regular lenders but backed by the Department of Veteran Affairs, reducing the risk to the lenders themselves. Here are the top 4 reasons you should look into buying a home with a VA loan: Lower Interest Rates VA mortgage loans were designed to give veterans a leg-up in the home buying process as a way to thank them for their service. One of the loan perks is that the interest...
August 1st, 2018 | VA Loans, The Top 4 Reasons You Should Get a VA Loan
Should I Pay Mortgage Points?
If you are buying a home or refinancing, you have probably heard about “mortgage points.” This form of pre-paid interest can save you thousands of dollars over the course of your loan but in many circumstances is not worth the upfront cost. How do you know whether to pay points or not? Here’s a quick guide to help you figure it out. What are Mortgage Points? Mortgage points – also known as discount points - are essentially a way to pay some of the interest upfront on your home loan. One point is equal to 1% of your mortgage amount. For example, one point on a $100...
July 18th, 2018 | Purchasing a Home, Interest Rates, Should I Pay Mortgage Points?
Happy Independence Day 2018!
We wish you a Happy Independence Day and hope that your day is filled with great food, fun, friends, family and fireworks. Let us all remember the founding of our great nation and the freedoms we enjoy and all those that have sacrificed so much for us and our country. May we all come together to strengthen and protect freedom, liberty and independence for all. If you know of anyone looking for a mortgage in Louisiana? Please let them know that they can contact Weeks Team at 985-300-5626 today and we can go over the best mortgage options for them.
July 3rd, 2018 Happy Independence Day 2018!
4 Things Every Borrower Needs to Know About Mortgage Brokers
Buying a home in Louisiana, whether for the first time or the last, is an exciting event. Yet before you even take a look at a single home for sale, it is a smart idea to have your mortgage financing lined up. While it is possible to get a home loan directly with your local credit union or bank, the most common mortgage-makers are mortgage brokers. If you are ready to apply for a home loan, here are 4 things you need to know about mortgage brokers before starting the process. A broker is a middleman Mortgage brokers act as go-betweens for you and many different potential lenders. Instead o...
June 20th, 2018 | mortgage brokers, 4 Things Every Borrower Needs to Know About Mortgage Brokers
Should I Rent or Buy?
While homeownership has long been the American dream, buying a home is not necessarily the best choice for every person or every situation. There are many factors to consider in determining if a home purchase is the right decision for you right now. Can you Afford It? If the cost to own a home – mortgage, homeowners insurance and property taxes included – if less than roughly 28% of your gross income and you have few other debt obligations, you can probably afford to buy. Do not underestimate the additional costs of maintenance though. Replacing appliances or paying for a plu...
June 14th, 2018 | Purchasing a Home, Should I Rent or Buy?