As a home mortgage lender, we have built a reputation around being tremendously helpful to people pursuing their dreams of homeownership. But our local Fairway branch does so much more than equip potential homebuyers with the loans they need to move forward. We're all about making a difference in local...
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Buying vs. Renting: Why the Choice is Clear
Torn between buying or renting a house? The best choice couldn't be any more obvious. But why? Up next, we'll look at three reasons why a home purchase is the way to go when contemplating buying vs. renting. 1. Buying means building personal equity In case you're unfamiliar with personal...
5 Fun DIY Storage Ideas for Your Home
Interested in saving some space in your home but not exactly sure how? Good news: Today, we're here to help. Up next, learn about five DIY storage ideas that can go a long way toward eliminating clutter in your house.1) Hang pots and pansIf you're tired of trying to shove...
What are Some Down Payment Assistance Programs for Mortgages?
Several months ago, we shared about some low-down-payment loans that can save you a lot of money upfront on a home purchase. Great as they are, these low or zero down payment mortgage programs aren't your only hope for being able to afford a house. Also available to many buyers...
What is Your Mortgage Escrow?
In all likelihood, you've heard the term "mortgage escrow." But what is it, and, more importantly, how does it affect you? When you go to buy your first home, you will undoubtedly become highly acquainted with the concept of a mortgage escrow. But if you're just thinking about buying a...
How to Build Floating Shelves in DIY-Style
In the mood to tackle a fun, fairly inexpensive DIY project this weekend? If so, we recommend building one or more floating shelves for your home. Up next, get acquainted with floating shelves and find out how to build floating shelves in your spare time. What are floating shelves? Hence...