by lizlaurenb | Feb 5, 2025 | Home Mortgage Tips
If you’ve been diligently paying down your mortgage, you’ve likely built up a valuable asset: home equity. This financial resource can be a game-changer, offering opportunities to fund major expenses, consolidate debt, or tackle unexpected financial...
by lizlaurenb | Nov 7, 2024 | Home Mortgages
Buying a home is a big milestone, and for many, saving for a down payment can feel like a major hurdle. Fortunately, there are several ways to make that down payment happen. Whether through savings, family gifts, 401(k) funds, or even second mortgages, understanding...
by lizlaurenb | Oct 25, 2023 | Home Mortgages
A closed-end second mortgage is a type of loan that allows a borrower to obtain a lump sum of money using their home as collateral. It is considered a “second” mortgage because it is taken out in addition to the borrower’s primary mortgage. The term...
by lizlaurenb | Jan 31, 2023 | Mortgage
A home is probably one of the most expensive purchases you will ever make. It is important for you to understand all of the options available to you, particularly if you need a quick source of cash, and you might be thinking about taking out a second mortgage. You can...