by Michael DiVita | Jul 29, 2014 | Mortgage 101, Mortgage Education, Video Series
Mike DiVita shows the simple math behind renting vs buying and makes a very compelling argument for purchasing a home.
by Michael DiVita | Jul 28, 2014 | How Banks Qualify Borrowers, Mortgage 101, Mortgage Education, Pre-Approval Process, Video Series
Pre-approval is a critical step when looking to buy a new home. Getting pre-approved early can make the entire process much more efficient by: Telling you exactly what you can afford to spend Allowing you to move fast when you find the home you want to buy...
by Michael DiVita | Jul 25, 2014 | Mortgage 101, Mortgage Education, Refinance 101, Video Series
Fixed interest loans are all the rage. And they should be with our historically low rates, but is there more to the picture? While locking in low interest rates in a 30 year fixed loan can be appealing to some, there are significant advantages to adjustable rate...
by Michael DiVita | Jul 25, 2014 | Mortgage 101, Mortgage Education, Refinance 101, Types of Mortgage Products, Video Series
Do You Know How Much the Bank Makes on Your Mortgage? Compare a 15 Year and a 30 Year Fixed Mortgage. The most obvious advantage of a 15 year fixed rate mortgage over a 30 year is to own your home in half the time. But, it’s more complicated. Here are facts you...
by Michael DiVita | Jul 15, 2014 | Mortgage 101, Mortgage Education, Types of Mortgage Products, Video Series
Some people’s incomes aren’t based on a traditional salary model. In cases where your monthly income may fluctuate or the majority of your income arrives in bonuses or contract payments, it’s important to have flexibility in your mortgage solution. Interest...
by Michael DiVita | Jul 15, 2014 | How Banks Qualify Borrowers, Mortgage 101, Mortgage Education, Pre-Approval Process, Refinance 101, Video Series
Don’t let any of these common credit score myths keep you from getting a better score and a lower payment on your new home. 8 Common Credit Score Myths 1. Myth: If I go to a free online credit reporting service, I will get a complete understanding of my credit rating....