Purchasing a Home
Because we’re committed to helping our members achieve financial independence and security, we’re providing you with this library of financial information so that you can make more informed financial decisions and achieve your goals. We encourage you to use these articles and resources to help you find answers to your financial questions.
Whether you’re purchasing or refinancing a home, the right research will help you get the right loan.
Home Purchase
A good real estate agent makes for better buying and selling experience
Acquiring a castle: a step-by-step guide to buying a home
Escrow basics for first-time homebuyers
Mortgage Basic for First-Time Homebuyers
Renting vs. buying: Which is right for you?
Save Money by Avoiding Big Home Buying Blunders
Understanding the fine print of a purchase offer takes the fear out of buying
Home Refinance
Borrower beware: you may be better off saying no to certain loans
Does it pay to refinance?
Homeowner Challenges
Dealing with denial: what to do when you don’t get the loan
How to Sell Your Home
What to do when you can’t make the loan payments
Helpful Tips for Homeownership
An intro to mortgage terms
Careful shopping leads to the best loan
Motivated Homebuyers Can Come Up with a Down Payment
Proactive home maintenance and improvement pays off
Tax breaks make homeownership possible
Home Rebate Program - Get unrestricted access to all the tips, tools and data you need to make informed decisions—as well as a discount on your agent's commission—when you buy or sell using a CU Realty Approved Agent.
Apply for a mortgage - Use our online loan consultant to determine the products and rates that match your needs.
Free homeowners insurance quotes - Receive a free, no obligation quote for homeowners insurance from the Credit Union’s preferred insurance coverage partner.
Payment calculator - Calculate the monthly payment on your mortgage. Just provide the loan amount, annual percentage rate, and term of loan and we will calculate the rest.
Online Financial Planning - Use this tool to create a personalized financial plan that will help you achieve your goals.
Informational Podcasts
Home Buying Opportunities and How to Take Advantage of Them (June 1, 2010)
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