What Is a Hot Housing Market?
If you have been looking to purchase a home in 2021, you have probably been told that you are in a “hot housing market” and to be ready for a long wait or fierce competition. What exactly is a hot…
Understanding Debt-to-Income Ratio When Buying a Home
Most homebuyers get a loan to purchase their property called a mortgage. This is a specific type of loan that banks and credit unions offer to make home ownership possible without saving up hundreds of thousands of dollars to purchase…
Happy 4th of July!
Wishing all of our customers, and business and community partners a Happy 4th of July weekend. Our office will be closed on Monday, July 5th in observance of the holiday. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, July 6th. Thank…
Vantage Mortgage Weekly Interest Rate Tracker – 06/30/2021
GET A QUOTE INSTANT LIVE RATES APPLY ONLINE Vantage Mortgage Rate Tracker DATE: Wednesday, June 30th, 2021 TYPE: Home Purchase (contact us for refinance quote- similar) TIME: 1:20 PM PST STATES: OREGON & WASHINGTON CHANGE THIS WEEK: MILD IMPROVEMENT (since last Wednesday with daily volatility)…
Top 10 Reasons People Choose Vantage
A Top 10 countdown of the main reasons new buyers and return clients choose Vantage over everyone else.
Getting Pre-Approved is something every buyer should do
You'll know what you can afford Getting preapproved before you shop is imperative, as it allows you to shop within your price range. It gives you negotiating power Having a preapproval always puts you ahead of a buyer who doesn't. …
Best Steps to Improve Your Credit before Buying a Home
Credit is one of the most important parts of your home loan application. When applying for a mortgage, every lender working with you on buying a home will pull your credit. If your credit is not great, there are a…
Hot Weather Safety Tips
With the Pacific Northwest nearing record breaking temperatures this weekend, we thought we'd share some basic safety tips for hot weather. Stay Hydrated. Drink a lot of water and less alcohol and caffeinated drinks which can deplete your body of…
The Value of Hardscaping at Your Home
Curb appeal is one of the biggest factors when selling a home. Keeping the exterior of your home tidy and aesthetically pleasing can keep your neighborhood beautiful, encourage other homeowners to take pride in their homes, and attract more buyers…
VMG Weekly Mortgage Rate Tracker – 6/23/21
GET A QUOTE INSTANT LIVE RATES APPLY ONLINE Vantage Mortgage Rate Tracker DATE: Wednesday, June 23rd, 2021 TYPE: Home Purchase (contact us for refinance quote- similar) TIME: 3:30 PM PST STATES: OREGON & WASHINGTON CHANGE THIS WEEK: STAGNANT (since last Wednesday with daily volatility) SUGGESTION:…