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How to use a Buydown to reduce your interest rate
How can you find the lowest rate in today’s market? A Temporary Buydown could offer a solution.
What causes mortgage rates to rise and fall?
If only there was a magic formula that could tell us exactly where mortgage rates are heading.
Limited funds? Look into down payment assistance
A down payment is a common hurdle to homeownership. That’s why there’s down payment assistance.
How to use a Buydown to reduce your interest rate
How can you find the lowest rate in today’s market? A Temporary Buydown could offer a solution.
What causes mortgage rates to rise and fall?
If only there was a magic formula that could tell us exactly where mortgage rates are heading.
Limited funds? Look into down payment assistance
A down payment is a common hurdle to homeownership. That’s why there’s down payment assistance.
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The top 12 ways to boost your financial wellness
From side-hustling to hedging inflation: Try one or more of these ideas to promote financial wellness.
Fund 100% of the cash required to close on your home
A first-time homebuyer program with built-in down payment assistance? Get to know HomeBoost.
How much should you have in your emergency fund?
What’s in your emergency fund? Here’s how much financial experts say you need to stay afloat.
Should you buy flipped or renovate?
Are you better off shopping newly flipped homes, or should you use an all-in-one Renovation Loan?
6 life-changing stories from our customers
For more than 30 years, Academy Mortgage has created life-changing experiences through lending.
Do you know what's in your credit report?
Demystify your credit report by getting to know your FICO score and the “Big 3” credit bureaus.
Looking for an affordable home? Consider a condo.
Could a starter home help you enter the market? Here’s what to know before you buy a condo.
With today’s rates, an MCC is even more powerful
The Mortgage Credit Certificate Program (MCC) was created to assist low- and mid-income homebuyers.
Here’s why your home inspection matters
Homebuyers may waive their home inspection as a way to strengthen their offer. Are you considering it?
Can you buy a home with student loans?
At face value, student loan debt can make homeownership feel out of reach. Find out what’s possible.
Lower your mortgage rate? 7 controllable factors
If you want to get a lower mortgage rate, learn more about these qualifying factors.
Over half of homes have an HOA: Is it worth it?
HOA dues may cover essentials, like community maintenance, as well as amenities, like pools.