by Summit Mortgage Corporation | Apr 17, 2018 | Andrew Lamont, Home Buying Process, home loans, homeownership, local lender, mortgage banker, pre-qualification, real estate market, Vancouver, Washington
Up until the past few weeks, my only personal experience with a real estate transaction was with purchasing my first home four years ago. However, as a local mortgage banker and licensed transaction coordinator, I’ve spent the past 12 years helping...
by Summit Mortgage Corporation | Apr 13, 2018 | Mortgage Industry News, Oregon, Robert Williams, rural home loan, USDA, USDA financing, USDA Guaranteed Rural Development Loan, USDA home loan, Washington
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development recently announced changes to the rural eligibility designation for some areas throughout Oregon and Washington. Starting June 4, 2018, the following areas will no longer be eligible for USDA...
by Summit Mortgage Corporation | Mar 30, 2018 | Annual Credit Report, credit report, credit score, free credit report, home buying, Home Buying Process, Lloyd White Jr., mortgage, Oregon, Portland, Resources, Vancouver, Washington
A common question we hear from many prospective home buyers is: “Will my credit score be good enough to help me qualify for a home loan?” Your credit score shows lenders that you can make payments on time and that you have a history of doing just...
by Summit Mortgage Corporation | Mar 2, 2018 | Closing Cost Credit, Home Buying Process, loan pre-qualification, new construction, new home, pre-qualification, Robert Williams, Sebastian Heights, Vancouver, Washington
As an avid concert-goer, there’s nothing I love more than a night out enjoying the sights and sounds of Portland. With great venues like the Crystal Ballroom and Revolution Hall, the city has drawn in exceptional performers over the years. And the ability to...
by Summit Mortgage Corporation | Mar 1, 2018 | Community Events, festivals, Oregon, Portland, Spokane, spring, Spring Events, Vancouver, Washington
Spring Events in Oregon & Washington Spring has sprung in the Portland, Vancouver, and Spokane areas! Take a look at our calendar for any updated event dates and times. MARCH Portland Oregon Women’s Film Festival – March 9-11 Portland Oregon Women’s...
by Summit Mortgage Corporation | Feb 1, 2018 | Community Events, February, February Events, Oregon, Portland, Southwest Washington, Spokane, Vancouver, Washington
We are loving these events happening in the Portland, Vancouver, and Spokane areas! Take a look at our calendar for updated event dates and times. February Events in Oregon & Washington Portland Seafood & Wine Festival– February 2-3 If you’re...
