FHA loans provide accessible homeownership opportunities through lower down payment requirements and flexible credit standards. However, some applicants fall just short of standard qualification criteria. FHA compensating factors offer a solution by allow
Dec 30, 2025 | Purchasing a Home
These shorter loans come with higher monthly payments but much lower interest rates. This might save you a boat-load of money, especially if you are already a homeowner, trading up with lots of equity. Understanding the Basics: 15-Year vs. 30-Year M
Dec 26, 2025 | Interest Rates
As the holiday season fills our hearts with joy and our homes with warmth, we want to take a moment to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas! From all of us at 18th Street Mortgage, thank you for being such an important part of our year. Your tr
Dec 23, 2025 |
Credit card debt affects millions of Americans, with high interest rates making it difficult to make meaningful progress toward becoming debt-free. A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) offers one potential solution by allowing you to leverage your home's
Dec 16, 2025 |
Choosing between a starter home and a forever home represents one of the most significant financial decisions you'll make. Each option offers distinct advantages and challenges that affect your immediate budget, long-term wealth building, and lifestyle fl
Dec 09, 2025 | Purchasing a Home
It's thrilling to purchase a home, and it becomes even more fascinating when renters are included in the agreement! Buying a home that is already occupied by tenants can result in immediate rental revenue, but it also entails acquiring established tenant
Dec 02, 2025 | Purchasing a Home