• Skip to main content
  • Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
Morty Blog Logo

Morty Blog

Our thoughts on home buying, mortgages, and more!

  • Homebuying 101
  • Money Matters
  • Home Improvement
  • Customer Stories
  • Visit Morty

home loan

How Do You Shop Around for a Mortgage?

December 20, 2021

Does shopping for a mortgage get your nerves in a tangle or give you little fizzes of excitement?  The reality of shopping for a mortgage is that it will feel different than poking through online listings, driving around suitable neighborhoods or talking through real estate "how-tos" with a real estate agent. Shopping for a mortgage is a more number-crunching process … [Read more...] about How Do You Shop Around for a Mortgage?

What is Cash-Out Refinancing and When is it a Good Option?

December 20, 2021

What would you do with some extra cash in your pocket? Wipe out your credit card debt once and for all? Update your kitchen? Finally finish your basement? Pay off high-interest student loans or personal loans? Refinancing your mortgage with a cash-out refinance means you might get to check off all the boxes on your to-do list or give yourself an infusion of cash for upcoming … [Read more...] about What is Cash-Out Refinancing and When is it a Good Option?

How Much Down Payment to Buy a House?

November 29, 2021

When you want to buy a home, you may not know all the details involved, including how much of a down payment you need.  When it comes to mastering a task, such as learning to ride a bike or learning about investments, someone may have taught you.  It's the same with buying a house, so let Morty guide you.  So, how much down payment for a house? We'll … [Read more...] about How Much Down Payment to Buy a House?

Buying a House in 2022: A Step-By-Step Guide

November 20, 2021

We know that buying a home can seem like a daunting and emotional task. After all, you want to make sure every detail fits the bill: the neighborhood, commute and possibly school districts. You may even want to make sure you're close to your favorite grocery store. In short, everything needs to match up to your habits and lifestyle.  When you embark on the journey of … [Read more...] about Buying a House in 2022: A Step-By-Step Guide

What is an Appraisal? Everything You Need to Know

November 3, 2021

You may find it challenging to add "buying a home" to your to-do list — there's a lot to think about, from juggling purchase prices to picking the right neighborhood for you.  We'll help you streamline the process.  To start, here's a quick question: When you're buying a home, can you guess one of the most important steps in the mortgage process?  If you … [Read more...] about What is an Appraisal? Everything You Need to Know

Next Page »

Primary Sidebar

More to See

Positive signs in the housing market as rates dip

Looking ahead to 2023

Lower rates at last?

Where are home prices headed?

Affordability first: FHA loans now available

The Fed’s latest rate hike: here’s what homebuyers need to know

The lowdown on low-down payment mortgages

Getting it right the first time: simple steps for first-time homebuyers

Are home prices *really* falling?

Ready, set, prep: first steps before you buy a home

What the ‘new normal’ means for buyers

How Does Rent-to-Own Work?

The upside to higher rates

What are the Most Common Mortgage Loan Types?

Affordable homes in 2022? Yes – in these markets

Buyer power shifts as affordability falters

Get HomeReady: An Affordable Mortgage Program You Might Have Missed

The ABCs of ARMs: How Adjustable-Rate Mortgages Work

More Loan Options, In More Places

Then and Now: The State of Female Homeownership

What is a Jumbo Mortgage? Everything You Need to Know

How to Buy a House With No Money Down in 2022

Home Appraisal Checklist for Success

When Does a Mortgage Pre-approval Expire?

How Much Is My House Worth?

Advancing Our Consumer-Centric Mortgage Mission

6 Annoying But True Reasons Closing Dates Move

Footer

Morty Logo
Morty is a licensed mortgage broker.

NMLS ID # 1429243
NMLS Consumer Access

All loans originated by Morty are funded by third party lenders. Morty, Inc. is authorized to do business as “Morty” in certain states.

Morty is an equal housing lender.

Company

  • How it works
  • About us
  • Licenses
  • Closing Date Promise
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Join our Team

Search

Connect

  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Twitter

Copyright © 2023