A 2-1 buydown is frequently used as an incentive by a home seller if they are having difficulty selling their home and need to make the offer more enticing. Often, it helps the property sell more quickly; however, the cost comes from the proceeds of the sale of the home. Another way to do a …
What is a bridge loan? Learn about our Instant Equity Loan Program
Potential homebuyers in the current real estate market may find themselves stressed when trying to negotiate a competitive offer to purchase a new home. The market heavily favors the seller, so homebuyers need a competitive edge to set them apart. For this reason, Mortgage Equity Partners created our custom Bridge Loan Program, MEP’s Instant Equity …
6 tips for buying your first home
Learning the basics of homebuying You have been thinking about it but keep putting it off, then, sometimes life happens, and now it is time to leap into homeownership. Maybe the recently passed student loan debt forgiveness will help loosen up your finances, or perhaps it is the new dog that simply must have a …
Realtor Safety Month tips you need to know
Like any professional, realtors can get so tied up daily that they get complacent when thinking of their safety. September is REALTOR® Safety Month, and it is an excellent time to think about what you’re doing every day to stay safe! Realtors are our most important referral partners and valued friends in the mortgage business. …
What is a 2-1 Buydown Loan?
The buydown program can be used for owner-occupied homes and second homes for purchases and rate and term refinance. However, borrowers cannot get cash out by using this program. How is the rate determined on a 2-1 Buydown mortgage? The rate is two percentage points lower than the note rate during the first year and …
4 things to know about adjustable-rate mortgages
With rates on the rise, many homebuyers are investigating adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs), so how do you know if an ARM is right for you? Of course, ARMs are not for everyone; however, in a rising rate environment, many first-time homebuyers will look to an ARM which may have a lower introductory rate than a 30-year …
