Lone Star Financing – Blogs
What to do when you’re buying and selling at the same time
You’re not going to close on a new home the exact same day you sell your old home if you’re in the process of buying and selling at the same time. You’ll have to rely on potential buyers and the current state of the market. There have been no offers on your current home, but
What’s the best mortgage length for you?
If you’re unprepared, buying a home can be a dangerous venture. If you aren’t well informed, not understanding your options could wind up costing you thousands, or tens of thousands, of added dollars. Aside from choosing the house itself, is the type of mortgage you’ll choose and the length of your loan. Fixed vs. Adjustable
Do I have to put 20% down on a new home purchase?
Purchasing a home is not an impulse buy. The upfront cash required can take years to save when you consider appraisals and inspections and closing costs and down payment. However, homeowners can sign the papers and own a home with significantly less cash out the door, thanks to low-down-payment loans on the market. You have
Hazard Insurance and Insurance Riders
Trying to be prepared for every contingency is part of being a responsible homeowner. Dealing with the associated legal and medical problems out-of-pocket is nightmarish, so you’ll have peace of mind in paying for extra hazard insurance. Studies have proven the home is the number one place where accidents occur, and both homeowners insurance and
Pros and Cons of Extra Mortgage Payments
After a few years and perhaps discovering more financial flexibility, many homeowners begin to wonder if they should make extra mortgage payments. The thinking is that extra payments can save in interest and bring you closer to actually owning your home. While this is a good idea, there are also reasons why you might not
What’s the Difference? Private Mortgage Insurance vs Homeowner’s Insurance vs Mortgage Protection Insurance
Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) Private mortgage insurance protects your mortgage lender in the event you default on your loan. Many lenders will require high risk buyers to carry private mortgage insurance to protect what is their investment too. Generally, it’s required if you have a conventional loan and make a down payment of less than
We Serve All of Texas!
No matter what part of Texas you live in, Lone Star Financing has the resources to serve you. Specializing in New Home Loans; FHA and VA mortgages; and Mortgage Refinance. Find your city below and discover how we’ve helped your neighbors finance their homes!
Allen
Arlington
Carrollton
Dallas
Denton
Garland
Grand Prairie
Fort Worth
Irving
Lewisville
McKinney
Mesquite
Plano
Richardson
Wichita Falls
Beaumont
Brownsville
Corpus Christi
Katy
Houston
Laredo
Pasadena
Austin
Killeen
Lakeway
Round Rock
San Antonio
San Marcos
Waco
Abilene
Amarillo
El Paso
Lubbock
Midland
