Greenway Mortgage Blog

10 September 2019

First-Time Home Buyer Programs

There are a number of loan programs available that are suitable for first time home buyers. At Greenway Mortgage, we are proud to offer many conventional home loans that are tailored to you based on your current finances. We also offer special government loan program options to help you get into your new home. FEDERAL HOUSING ADMINISTRATION (FHA) LOANS These are government-insured loans from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that offer low down payments, making them especially attractive to first time home buyers who are looking to save where they can. The rates on these loans are often lower than conventional products and have less stringent...

6 September 2019

Greenway's Markets in a Minute I Businesses are Optimistic

For the Week Ending September 6, 2019 Please enjoy this quick update on what happened this week in the housing and financial markets. The August ISM manufacturing index fell to 49.1%, the lowest reading in 3+ years. A reading below 50% indicates contraction in manufacturing activity. Private payrolls rose more than anticipated, according to ADP. The private sector added 195,000 jobs in August, better than the expected 149,000 increase. The economy grew at a modest pace...

3 September 2019

How Much Can You Save On Your Mortgage by Improving Your Credit Score?

Did you know that a good credit score can save you hundreds of dollars a month on mortgage payments – and possibly tens of thousands over the course of your loan? When a borrower has a high credit score, this gives lenders confidence in their ability to repay the loan. In turn, the higher it is, the lower the interest rate they’ll be willing to give you. What is a Credit Score? A credit score is a 3-digit number generated by a mathematical algorithm using information in your credit report and is designed to predict risk. A consumer has 3 FICO scores, one for each credit report: Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. FICO scores range from 300 to 850, where a...

27 August 2019

Welcome To The Neighborhood: Tips On What To Look For When Buying A Home

The purchase of your first, or even a new home is one of the biggest investments you’ll make in your life. It’s easy to get distracted by all the listing photos available as you scroll through Realtor.com or Zillow, and while a great kitchen is important, it’s the information you won’t find in a photo that can really help ensure you’re making a solid investment for years to come. Here are 5 things to consider when finding the right location for your new home: 1. Increased Household Incomes – look at census data to help find the median household income in a neighborhood you might be considering. Surrounding yourself with neighbors who make a higher...

23 August 2019

Greenway's Markets in a Minute I Economic Slowdown? Not according to the Housing Market.

For the Week Ending August 23, 2019 Please enjoy this quick update on what happened this week in the housing and financial markets. The Fed released the minutes from July's FOMC meeting, where it cut policy rates by 0.25%. The minutes showed support for future rate cuts only if necessary. Stocks climbed on strong earnings reports from retailers this week. Gains in earnings highlight consumer confidence and ease fears of a slowing economy. Jobless claims fell...

GREENWAY BLOG

First-Time Home Buyer Programs

Greenway's Markets in a Minute I Businesses are Optimistic

How Much Can You Save On Your Mortgage by Improving Your Credit Score?

Welcome To The Neighborhood: Tips On What To Look For When Buying A Home

Greenway's Markets in a Minute I Economic Slowdown? Not according to the Housing Market.