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2020 Financial Markets Update

Mortgage

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The Benefits of a Mortgage Recast

May 6, 2023

Homeowners understand that their monthly mortgage payment is based on the initial down payment and the loan term. Many homeowners […]

Home Refinancing Strategies In High-Interest Environments

April 9, 2023

Interest rates remain high for fixed-rate loan mortgages. These market trends could lead to significant increases in monthly payments and […]

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How First Western Trust Can Help With High-Net-Worth Mortgages

March 15, 2023

Mortgages for high-net-worth individuals can be vastly different from traditional home loans. These potential homebuyers usually have a high amount […]

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How First Western Trust Can Help You Find the Right Home Loan

February 15, 2023

Even in the best of circumstances, finding the right mortgage loan can be an extremely complicated and daunting process. Fortunately, […]

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How to Maximize Your Loan-to-Value (LTV) Ratio When You Borrow

December 18, 2022

Lenders consider several factors when determining whether or not an individual is eligible for a loan and how much. One […]

The Best Mortgages For Wealth Planning

November 15, 2022

Choosing the right high-net-worth mortgage plan can significantly improve the long-term results of wealth planning. These plans go beyond financing […]

Is it the Right Time to Buy Rental/Vacation Properties?

July 19, 2022

Both domestic and international events and concerns that can cause financial markets to be volatile and somewhat unpredictable are making […]

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Does it Make Sense to Use My Home to Reduce Revolving and Installment Debt?

May 6, 2022

Knowing the best way to go about revolving versus installment debt reduction can be difficult. The answer to whether you […]

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Better Understanding the Appraisal Process

February 28, 2022

These days, more than ever, appraisals can make or break a transaction, or lead to frustration for the parties involved, […]

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Using Jumbo Mortgages to Create Investment Opportunities

October 21, 2021

Record low-interest rates and healthy activity in the housing market have created opportunities for those seeking a first or additional […]