How To Choose The Right Neighborhood When Buying A Home
by Apex Home Loans on April 6, 2022
The old real estate cliche' about "location, location, location" is true, as the area of the city where your home is located...
When Is It A Good Idea to Use A Home Equity Loan?
by Apex Home Loans on March 30, 2022
A home equity loan is a type of loan that allows you to use the equity of your home as collateral. It is an option that...
How Long Should It Take To Save for a Down Payment
by Apex Home Loans on June 23, 2021
A large hurdle that homebuyers face is saving for a down payment. When it comes to budgeting and planning for your future...
Four Tips for Moving with Pets
by Apex Home Loans on June 17, 2021
You found your dream home and the seller picked your offer. The time has come, it’s moving day! If you are a pet owner,...
Is an ARM Right for You?
by Apex Home Loans on December 19, 2016
If you're in the market for a new home, one fundamental choice you will have to make is whether to apply for a fixed or...
What Do Underwriters Actually Do Anyway?
by Scott Shenton on June 23, 2015
For anyone who’s been through the mortgage process, particularly in the current regulation-heavy environment, they may feel...
Should I Shorten My Mortgage Term, Important Factors To Consider
by Apex Home Loans on January 14, 2014
When you first bought your home a few years ago, perhaps you started off with a 30 year mortgage. Now, you are considering...
Dodd-Frank's Latest Gift: The Qualified Mortgage Rule
by Apex Home Loans on January 9, 2014
The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act's latest provision - the Qualified Mortgage rule - is going to...