ADJUSTABLE RATE MORTGAGES VS. FIXED RATE MORTGAGES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
In the world of mortgages, there are two primary options that borrowers often consider: adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) and fixed-rate mortgages (FRMs). If you're in the…
Read More10 STEPS FOR FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS: THE HOME BUYING PROCESS
Buying a home is a big milestone in many people’s lives. But especially for first-time homebuyers, understanding how to buy a house can be overwhelming…
Read MoreIS IT CHEAPER TO BUILD OR BUY A HOUSE?
Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or a current homeowner dreaming of a new abode, you may have visions of owning wide open space full of…
Read MoreTHE BASICS OF BUYING LAND: 6 STEPS TO OWNERSHIP
A lot of people dream of staking claim to their own piece of land. The open space comes with all sorts of possibility, giving you…
Read MoreBOOST YOUR PROPERTY VALUE WITH THESE REMODELING PROJECTS
The housing market is hot right now, and many people realize now is the time to get as much for your home as possible. Buyers…
Read MoreTAKE CONTROL OF MANAGING YOUR BUDGET
Saving money can often be a challenge. We’re wired to take care of our needs now, and worry about later… well, later. However, saving money…
Read More3 IMPORTANT QUESTIONS TO ANSWER BEFORE YOU BUY A HOUSE
These are just a few points to consider when you are thinking of purchasing a home. Before making your final decision, please consult a home…
Read MoreFINANCIAL LITERACY COUNSELING: A CALLING FOR MAJEL HEIN
Majel Hein was the first Financial Literacy Counselor to come on board at the Marine Credit Union Foundation to create and manage our Finding HOME…
Read MoreBUYING A HOME IS EASY AS 1,2,3,4,5,6!
Buying your first home can be an overwhelming process if you don’t know where to start or what to expect. Following these steps will help…
Read MoreUSE YOUR HOME EQUITY TO YOUR ADVANTAGE
While some of us have put a spending freeze on our personal budgets, others are interested in making some home improvements or going back to…
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