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If you're wanting to get ready to actually apply for a mortgage, congrats! There are 3 aspects of your financial history that will need to be reviewed - your income, your assets, and your credit profile. There will also be some info needed about the property you're looking to buy. Read on for more information! Learn More > Getting pre-approved for a home loan is an important step, so it pays to prepare ahead of time. Here are a few things you should consider before applying, and what you'll need to do to ensure your credit score, assets, and income are sufficient to get approved for the kind of home you want to buy. Learn More > Home maintenance keeps your home clean and your systems and appliances running longer, and it's easier to keep up with than you might think! Read on for 6 of the most important items to check as part of regular maintenance. Learn More > Owning a home is part of the American Dream, but it can also be a source of huge stress when things unexpectedly break. Get some tips here for both how to handle unexpected home repairs, and how to prevent them from happening in the first place. Learn More > Don't let the holidays be a source of stress! Get tips here for setting a budget and reducing your holiday expenses, as well on information on how to consolidate your high interest debt with a home equity or refinance loan Learn More > Wondering when mortgage rates are going to stop rising Or maybe even come down a bit? Learn about several different economic indicators you can monitor to give clues as to where rates are going, and see what the experts predict for 2024. Learn More > Mortgage Center’s President/CEO Ken Martin has announced plans to retire after 9 years leading the Credit Union Service Organization. Learn More > Mortgage Center announces current Chief Operating Officer, Joshua Thompson, as the new President and CEO of the Michigan-based Credit Union Service Organization. Learn More > Buying your first home is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Check out our handy down payment 101 guide to help make your home purchase a bit easier. Learn More >
