SIRVA Mortgage Blog

Wondering if you need mortgage insurance and how it might affect your monthly mortgage payment? Find out how mortgage insurance is calculated, when it is required, and the factors that impact mortgage insurance prices in this post.

Sticking to a budget will help you stay on track when it comes to buying a new home. In this article, we'll help you calculate how much house you can afford and share some useful home-buying tips to help you avoid overspending.

What happens when the appraisal comes in lower than the offer you made? Learn how to overcome and challenge your low appraisal in this blog post.

Understanding the differences between conforming and non-conforming (jumbo) loans can set you up for success during the home buying process. We'll walk you through the requirements of each loan to help you decide which mortgage is right for you.

Having an experienced loan officer will tremendously help you throughout the home buying journey. In this post, we explain what a loan officer does and how they can guide you through the mortgage application process.

The Veterans Administration Loan is a mortgage program specifically designed for veterans and their families. We'll guide you through the requirements of the VA loan in this blog post and review the benefits of getting a VA loan to assist you throughout the home buying process.

Are you having trouble qualifying for a mortgage? Learn more about FHA loans and how they can work for you. By understanding the application requirements you'll be one step closer to owning the home of your dreams.

Mortgage amortization can be a tricky concept to understand if you're new to the home buying process. That's why we've broken down everything you need to know about mortgage amortization schedules in this blog post.

Are you struggling to decide whether a conventional mortgage is right for you? We have you covered. In this blog post, we'll review the pros and cons of conventional loans to help you make an informed decision.

Title searches are an important step of the home buying process. In this article, we'll review what a title search is, why the buyers and sellers need title searches, and why title searches are important step in the home buying process.

Ever wondered what happens during the closing process? We're here to help. We'll walk you through what to expect pre-closing, how to prepare for closing costs, and which documents you'll be required to sign during the closing process.

Understanding the mortgage underwriting process can be difficult for new homeowners to understand. That's why we've broken down what mortgage underwriters do, how the mortgage underwriting process works, and how to smoothly secure a home loan in this article.

New to the mortgage process? No problem. We outlined the most crucial parts of the mortgage process to help you secure the home of your dreams. From receiving mortgage pre-approval to closing your mortgage, we have all the answers you'll need to become a successful homeowner.

Learn about the difference between a mortgage pre-qualification and pre-approval, when to get pre-approved, and what advantages there are compared to getting pre-qualified.

We've put together nine tips to help you prepare for applying for a mortgage, finding a lender, and financing a home. Knowing these tips in advance will help your mortgage application and home buying process go smoothly.

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For most of us right now being at home is everything. School, work, entertainment and countless meals are happening without ever venturing outdoors. In a time when social distancing is more important than ever, borrowers are considering what impact the new constraints due to COVID-19 will have on home buying and the financing process.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newly designed website sirvamortgage.com. After months of hard work and dedication, we are proud to take another step on our mission to provide our clients and customers with a world-class experience from beginning to end.

So, you’ve bought a home…now what? It doesn’t come with a manual on how to take care of it. You’ve probably heard your friends complain about unexpected issues and catastrophes that end up costing them an arm and a leg – which they chalk up to “home ownership”. Well, what if you could avoid some of these big issues by staying on top of your home maintenance – would you do it? Of course you would. So, grab your calendar and a pen and write down reminders for yourself.