Home and Improvement Advice

Dec 18, 2020 03:44 PM

Winter Home Maintenance & Upgrades

Now is a great time to pay special attention to things that may need improving around your home.

Don't Get Hooked by this Real Estate Phishing Scam

It’s happening more and more: an email phishing scam that could trick some homebuyers into parting with their life savings just before they get the keys to their new home. If you’re in the process of buying, it’s good to be on the lookout as you prepare to complete your purchase.

USDA Loans: What You Need to Know

Looking to buy a home in a rural area? If you want to live in a place that offers some breathing room, you may find that you’ll be eligible for a USDA loan. Contact a mortgage loan officer at Horizon Bank who can help you review your options and determine whether refinancing makes sense for you.

6 Tips to Save for the House of Your Dreams

For new home buyers, the American Bankers Association Foundation is highlighting six tips to help consumers cut costs and start saving.

7 Questions to Ask Before Refinancing

For many homeowners, refinancing can be a smart move. However, before you decide to refinance your mortgage. Contact a mortgage loan officer at Horizon Bank who can help you review your options and determine whether refinancing makes sense for you

Imagine putting your home equity to work for you.

A Home Equity Loan is a lump sum amount that is loaned to you all at once, based on the amount of equity you have in your home. You can potentially borrow up to the full amount of your current equity at the time you take the loan.

5 Important Questions When Choosing Your First Home

Moving into your own place can be exciting and frightening at the same time.

IMAGINE: your home equity setting you free

Do you have a major expense coming up or want to take the trip of a lifetime? If so, a Horizon Bank Home Equity Line of Credit could free you up to take care of the things you need and want!

Dec 03, 2015 09:25 AM

Renting vs. Buying a Home

What’s best for you? If you're currently renting but considering buying a home in the future, you need to be able to afford more than just your house payment. There are several pros and cons to consider.

Can you justify a home makeover?

Consider whether any loan you take out for remodeling will still allow you to keep your total monthly housing costs under 28 percent of your gross income.

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