We’re living in extraordinary and unusual times in 2020. And, if you’re in the market for a home as well, it can add a whole other dimension to the buying process. Indigo Mortgage Colorado wants to advise you on the difference between an interest rate and an APR (Annual Percentage Rate) and why it’s important
Mortgage rates are at historic lows and the current market inventory is still tight. Can having an important asset like a pre-approval or a pre-qualification when looking for a home help during this time? Indigo Mortgage Colorado knows the real estate market is very competitive. You can set yourself apart by using a pre-approval or
With rates for home loans reaching historical lows once again, many are wanting to make new home purchases or refinance their existing home mortgage loans. At Indigo Mortgage, we want to give Colorado borrowers some advice on what questions to ask and what information they need to receive a quality mortgage rate quote. When it
It is evident that COVID-19 has had a huge impact on many areas of life, specifically the job market and employment. The team at Indigo Mortgage Colorado is here to inform you of changing loan programs during the pandemic. Because of the uncertainty COVID-19 has had on people’s employment, many loan programs are harder to
During these uncertain times, there are many options available for homeowners when it comes to their home mortgage loan, specifically mortgage forbearance. The team at Indigo Mortgage Colorado is here to help educate you about mortgage forbearance and to help you decide if it is right for you. Right now, many large mortgage companies are
With everything going on, it is important to stay patient. This is something we want to encourage our mortgage borrowers to do when going through the process for a home loan. Here’s why. The mortgage market is currently experiencing a lot of changes. This is due to the effects of COVID-19 on the production side
At Indigo Mortgage Colorado, we consider ourselves true mortgage brokers. Here are a few things that set our team apart from other types of mortgage lenders and home mortgage companies. According to research done by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, when it comes to Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae loans, 50-75 percent of borrowers do
The state of the world today during the COVID 19 virus has made an impact on many areas of life, one of which includes the housing market. During this unprecedented time, here’s what you should know about home mortgages and what the Colorado market looks like right now in May 2020. Due to uncertainties in
With home mortgage interest rates reaching an all-time low again, many homeowners are thinking of refinancing. There are some lenders out there promoting no closing cost mortgages, however, these come with a lot of fine print. Here’s what you need to know about these offers. At Indigo Mortgage Colorado, we believe that there is no
Over the last week here in mid-March 2020, there have been dramatic swings in the stock market as well as with mortgage interest rates. With that being said, it can be confusing when it comes to the decision to refinance or not. A week and a half ago, the expert mortgage brokers at Indigo Colorado
Everything going on in the world has had a huge impact on the stock market as well as home mortgage rates, especially in New Mexico. Below is our take on what’s going on and how we can help. The federal government recently dropped the federal interest rate to zero percent, however, it’s not what most
When you are applying for a mortgage, if it seems too easy, it just may be. The experts at Indigo Colorado are here to explain to you the realities of a one-click mortgage, as promised by some online mortgage companies. Applying for a mortgage is not like buying a pair of shoes online. The mortgage
At Indigo Colorado, we consider ourselves true mortgage brokers. Below we will explain the key differences between a broker and other types of mortgage companies. There are 2 types of mortgage companies, mortgage brokers, and the “other guys”. We say this because the mortgage brokers are the ones working for the borrower and representing the
We all know how stressful purchasing a home can be. It’s important to have a brief knowledge of what you are getting in to before diving deep into the real estate market. Here’s the difference between pre-approval and pre-qualification, and how they effect you as a buyer. Today’s real estate market is a seller’s market,
When it comes to your home mortgage, a low-interest rate is great, but sometimes it can be too good to be true. Here’s why you should proceed with caution when jumping into a program with a national lender. As we had mentioned in our previous blog, interest rates are currently at a historic low. This
When purchasing a home, it’s very important to take the interest rate of the home loan into consideration. A lower interest rate can end up saving you a large amount of money in the long run. At Indigo Mortgage, we make it our goal to educate the borrower as much as possible as well as
When it comes to getting a mortgage loan, low rates are great. But can they sometimes be too good to be true? Here’s what to look for when you see low rates being advertised. At Indigo Mortgage Colorado, we see borrowers come in stating that they are seeing low interest rates below 3%, usually around
It’s the beginning of a new decade, and with it comes many changes to home loans and mortgages. These changes are coming to many areas, but today, we will specifically focus on conventional and VA mortgages. Beginning January 1, 2020, big changes will take effect. Conventional loan limits will increase from $484,150 to $510,400. This
Purchasing a new home or business can be intimidating, to say the least. If not familiar with the loan process, one may have an endless list of questions. It is important to have someone you can rely on for your home loan or mortgage loan inquiries. We strive to be just that for people in
Choosing the right mortgage company when refinancing is imperative. Making a quick decision doesn’t always provide the best outcome. It’s important to have a clear understanding of what you are looking for when you set out to refinance your home. A great deal may not necessarily be all that it appears to be. In December