Mortgage Information

Your house is more than a home. The roof over your head is likely the most significant financial investment you will make in your lifetime. And a mortgage makes it all possible. But it doesn’t stop there.

Mortgages and home loans are a two-way street. First, they make real estate affordable for the average consumer. But once you own your home, you can also use mortgage refinancing and home equity loans to help finance your next major life steps. From education and home improvements to medical expenses and debt consolidation, home ownership allows you to secure low-cost financing that can save you thousands of dollars in the long run.

Because of the vast potential that the value of your home holds, it’s imperative that your decision to refinance, take out a second mortgage or cash out your home’s equity isn’t made lightly. There are inherent risks and rewards to using your home as collateral. In the best case scenario, your home loan will pay for itself with investment returns. In the worst case scenario, you’ll default and lose your home to foreclosure.

Making the right choices with your home mortgage is a delicate balance between looking before you leap and seizing on good deals before they become missed opportunities. We’ve created e-Mortgage as a one stop resource for everything you need to make the decision that’s best for your family, your budget and your future.

Mortgage 101

If you are new to home ownership or are a first time home buyer, we recommend you start here. These guides are designed for beginners who are just getting their bearings on the mortgage lending process. In these articles, you’ll learn how to choose a good mortgage lender, how to decide between competing offers and how to recognize a raw deal. Read up on the basics with the links below and continue on to our blog for more in-depth tips and analysis.

Fixed vs. Variable Mortgage Mortgage Lender Mortgage Refinancing Remortgage

Reverse Mortgage Second Mortgage Self-Certified Mortgage

Bad Credit and Equity Loans

This section is for homeowners and prospective homeowners with a checkered credit history. Home mortgages are still attainable even with a less than stellar credit score. And if you are teetering on the cusp of unmanageable debt, a home equity loan can actually pull you back from the edge. These articles are for borrowers who are looking for solutions but are afraid of getting burned. We’ll guide you through the process of getting a bad credit mortgage and using your home equity to help you conquer debt while avoiding the pitfalls of predatory lending.

Bad Credit Mortgage
Debt Consolidation
Home Equity Loans

Mortgage Blog

The conversation continues at the e-Mortgage blog. While the above pages serve as an introduction to the essential mortgage issues, our weekly blog is where we delve into the more complex issues. From tips and warnings to guides and news articles, our mortgage blog walks you through some common scenarios and issues in home financing. This is also where we will answer direct questions from the e-Mortgage readers.

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