Standard Mortgage Blog

The last year or so has changed the way we do virtually everything, emphasizing the word virtually. Technology has kept us together, even when we've been apart from how we work, visit, order food, and experience different activities.

Buying a new home can be an exciting yet daunting experience. Where do you begin? What type of mortgage is best? How much money do you need? Well, the first two answers are simple, and they both start with finding a mortgage loan officer. Your mortgage loan officer will listen to your needs and wants, as well as review your financial situation. With all of this information, they will determine..

While renting a home has its advantages including little to no responsibility, predictable monthly expenses, and low maintenance, owning a home is often considered in the U.S. to be the American Dream. Homeownership brings tangible benefits including stability, belonging to a community, pride of ownership, the ability to build equity and participate in the real estate market upside, and possible..