When it’s time to buy a new car, travel to a new destination or check out a new restaurant, we rely on our friends and family for referrals. The same is true when it’s time to buy a new house. We turn to our friends and family for Realtor and Loan Officer recommendations. Paul Hettinga […]
It’s no secret – home prices in Michigan are on the rise. If you’re in the market for a new home and are wondering whether or not you can afford a home on your own, bringing on a co-borrower may be a possibility. You may not need a co-borrower to qualify, but there are benefits […]
Choosing the right realtor can make your home-buying or home-selling process much less stressful. Here’s how to find the right Realtor for your needs. Buying or selling a home is a big decision, one of the most financially impactful you’ll ever make. A little expert guidance would be very helpful – but how can you […]
Michigan Mortgage has served the lakeshore for more than 25 years. It’s been a wild ride and we have no intentions of getting off anytime soon. We have, however, expanded our reach. We are now licensed in Florida! “Many of our clients are buying second homes and investment properties in Florida,” Rob Garrison said. “I […]
Timing is everything. Genelle and Kurt knew that firsthand when they purchased their new home a few months ago. They reached out to Hayley and her team at Michigan Mortgage to get the home-buying process started. “We had a great experience,” Genelle said. “I think the timing was perfect as far as pricing of our […]
When you buy a new home, you experience a whirlwind of emotions. When you buy a home during a national pandemic and an incredibly competitive market, that whirlwind becomes a roller coaster ride you can’t wait to get off of. Alex and Mista know that firsthand. “We were so excited to start looking for homes,” […]
After you’re pre-approved for a mortgage loan, any drastic changes to your credit score, debt and income can quickly derail the process. When possible, we suggest our buyers avoid job changes, making big purchases and opening new lines of credit until after their loan closes. If you’re interested in buying a new home or refinancing […]
“Yoga builds community and helps form a feeling of togetherness, which we need more than ever in these crazy times of isolation. I want people to be able to make friends here: to create, laugh, and have fun in a happy and uplifting environment,” said Owner and Founder, Sandi Boonenberg. Wildflower Yoga was born when […]
It’s been a wild ride, but one Rob Garrison and Dave Lehner will remember forever. As we close out their 25th year in business, they wanted to take a few moments to say, “thank you!” to the many people that made their journey remarkable. To Our Employees Rob: When we started this 25 years ago, […]
Did you know that over 30 factors go into selecting a mortgage interest rate? In this post, we look at five things you can improve – and two factors you can’t control at all. When you’re considering a mortgage, your first thought is probably “Can I afford it?” A mortgage lender asks themselves a similar […]
