Credit improvement is no easy task. It takes time, effort, a pre-determined plan and a little help from a trusted advisor. It’s hard work, but it’s worth it for those hoping to purchase their dream home. “I began seriously working on my credit in January of 2018,” said LaTanya Jackson. “It took me a little […]
The summer market is still going strong in West Michigan! And it’s a great time to sell your home. You goal – and your Realtor’s goal – will be to get you the best sales price possible. Here are a few small projects you can do to make sure that happens. Focus on the Exterior […]
When people hear the word “mortgage” they often think about the excitement of moving on from their current home and purchasing a new and improved dream home. But sometimes, refinancing your current mortgage – and saving a ton of money along the way – can be equally as rewarding. Dan Procko knows that first hand. […]
A house is the biggest purchase most people make in their lifetimes. The mortgage they obtain to finance that house is likely the biggest single investment they will ever make. Even with the popularity of shorter terms and creative loans, most mortgages are still the tried-and-true 30-year conventional variety. First-time home buyers staring down the […]
Ashley Moran outgrew her Roosevelt Park home after five years of residence – it was time to move on to something new. “There was no basement and I was running out of room for storage,” she said. “The backyard was huge; I had a hard time keeping up with the lawn work by myself.” Her […]
It’s (officially) summer in Michigan! The sun is shining and temperatures are rising. For most of us, our air conditioners are running for the first time in months and we’re gearing up for an exciting 4th of July holiday at our favorite lake hangout. Selling your home may be the furthest thing from your mind; […]
Each month, our staff selects a local charity to support through our #MMGivesBack program. Our goal is to give back, get involved and make a difference. In honor of Loan Officer Shawn Norden and her passion for breast cancer awareness, we have selected Stand up for the Cure (SUFTC) Muskegon as this month’s charity. “As […]
Life doesn’t always go as planned. Bad things happen when we least expect it and surprises may be waiting for us around every turn. For Kaycie and Cody Cooper, it was the latter. Life’s unexpected moments led them to their dream home in Hamilton when they weren’t even looking. “We were living in a home […]
Credit scores don’t appear overnight – it takes time, energy and commitment to grow and build your score. Amanda and Steve Rudat know that first hand. “2017 was a good year for us to buy, as we had been working on our credit and finally had the stability in our careers to purchase a home,” […]
In the mortgage business, we help our clients achieve a small portion of the “American Dream.” Landing your dream job, home ownership, getting married, having children – memories that will last a life time. For Bianca and Paul Urban, their dream began to take shape in 2016. “I had been renting for about five years […]
