Veterans are starting to get hammered by mortgage lenders all over the country, trying to get the veterans to do a VA streamline refinance. Because mortgage interest rates are starting to come down to the low 5% range for VA streamline refinances, every veteran with a home loan above 6% is getting inundated with offers
Most experts predict mortgage interest rates will decrease around April/May 2024. When rates come down, they will be about 1.5% to 2% lower than they currently are (6-7%). Those who took out a mortgage in the past two years may consider refinancing to take advantage of the lower interest rates. This could save them hundreds of dollars
The Federal National Mortgage Association, or “Fannie Mae,” was established in 1938 to expand access to loans for families, including those in the New Mexican market. They “don’t originate mortgage loans or lend money directly to borrowers. Instead, [they] purchase mortgage loans made by lenders, who are then able to use those funds to offer
All the news about the Federal Reserve raising interest rates over the last few months may sound like doom and gloom but that increase doesn’t have the effect on mortgage rates that many people think. When the feds raise their rates, this will affect other kinds of credit like credit cards, home equity lines of
Home loans can be intimidating, especially for new borrowers. Indigo Mortgage New Mexico is here to explain a key concept to borrowers, churning. Here are a few aspects of churning and how to avoid it when purchasing a home. Lenders make their money from originating mortgage loans and then selling them off. The more loans
At Indigo Mortgage in New Mexico, we like to keep our borrowers educated on various topics. One subject that does not come up in common conversation for homeowners is multifamily mortgages. Here are a few facts you should know about multifamily mortgages. Residential Multifamily properties are any residential property that is more than one unit.
When it comes to owning a home, many factors can affect your mortgage rate, one of which is the Federal Reserve. Indigo Mortgage New Mexico is here to help you understand how the Federal Reserve impacts you and your home mortgage loan. The Federal Reserve system is the central bank of the United States. It
Homes in New Mexico are selling fast. Home interest rates are significantly higher in the current housing market than in the past. Here’s what you need to know, according to the team at Indigo Mortgage. Today, rates on conventional home loans are in the upper six and low sevens, which is nowhere near the low-interest
Purchasing a home can be a huge undertaking. The current housing market is booming, with homes selling faster than buyers can put in offers. At Indigo Mortgage New Mexico, we urge buyers to shop local when it comes to your home loan; here’s why. The team at Indigo has always encouraged borrowers to shop around
In today’s housing market, home interest rates are steadily rising. Due to the increased interest rates, some homeowners may choose adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) over traditional fixed-rate mortgages. The experts at Indigo Mortgage in New Mexico can help you better understand which home mortgage type is best for you. An adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) is when the