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Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to Mortgage 101. Whether you’re a first-timer or just need a refresher, we’ve got the home financing details you’re looking for. This list of FAQs has been curated by our team members, based on common recurring questions. For a deeper dive into the mortgage experience, check out the Informed Lending Blog posts below. Better yet, drop us a line or give us a call at 480-776-2954.

Danielle Vargo – My Story

I began my career as a Mortgage Loan Originator in 1997 and have worked as a broker and a correspondent banker through the best and the worst housing markets in …

VA Loans

The VA loan was one of the many veterans’ benefits created by the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944, more commonly known as the “G.I. Bill.” The American Legion campaigned for …

What Makes Rates Change?

Changes in mortgage rates are an important factor in our decision to purchase houses or refinance existing mortgages. It makes us wonder, what really causes the mortgage rates to rise or fall? Well, …

Into the Storm Podcast EP24

Lyrical Genius | Jason Randolph

Unpacking the Mortgage Payment – This is What you are Actually Paying for:

When you purchase a home, your monthly mortgage payments go toward both your loan balance and other costs, like interest, insurance, and taxes. You can expect your monthly payment to cover: …