People always seem to think that mortgages are not fun, they are serious business. However, we here at Platinum know that a home loan can be the first step in an exciting new phase…so why not have some fun along the way? Well, over the last few years, we were able to talk the bosses into letting us give away free money 💰💰💰 and THAT...
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For 85 years, American families of modest means looked to FHA for affordable mortgage loans to attain the dream of home ownership. But these homeowners, many of whom are minority and first-time home buyers, now face a rude awakening. They will be saddled with years of excessive premium payments amounting to tens of thousands of dollars. The...
What’s a mortgage preapproval, and why is it important? It assesses your income, assets, debts, and credit history then issues an exact loan amount you qualify for. The preapproval is more than just an extra step added to the mortgage process. In fact, it can benefit home buyers in 4 important ways! Watch the video or scroll below to find out...
Our homes are one of the largest investments we will ever make… Take the quiz below to see how much you know about purchasing a home: Looking to purchase or refinance?
As 2017 is quickly approaching, answer these two questions: 1. What has you fed up about your current living situation? Sky rocketing rents, feeling trapped in a small space, lack of freedom from your parents? 2. What’s holding you back from purchasing a home? Down payment funds, lack of credit, debt? Here are a list of 6 New Year’s...
Are you reluctantly holding onto your current living situation due to lack of funds for a down payment? What if a lot of your perceptions on how much money you need to purchase a home were a myth. To buy or not to buy will no longer be a question. Below are 3 common myths debunked about down payments: • Myth #1: All forms of payment are...
Answer these 8 questions to find out if you’re ready to take the plunge into home ownership:
Nestled in the heart of Orange County California, lies the quiet city of Tustin. Also known as the City of Trees, this quaint city is labeled as exceptionally livable. It’s equipped with sunny weather, an array of amenities, stable housing markets, and low crime rates, making it a perfect place to call home. Minutes away also lies the city...
There are currently a few debates in this country that involve the cost of college, student loans, the high balances of debt students are graduating with, and a repayment problem. There are even bigger debates on potential solutions to these issues. However, has anyone stopped to take a step back, and ask if we did enough to educate...
Platinum Home Mortgage has yet another new branch located in the gateway to Mount St. Helen—Castle Rock, Washington. This small city is “a wonderful place to live, work, and play. It’s a community where the people are as resilient and vibrant as the natural features that surround their home; a place where life-long residents and visitors...