Movement Mortgage premieres new zero-down payment mortgage program

Want to buy your first home but are having a hard time coming up with that necessary down payment?

Movement Mortgage has just announced its new down payment assistance program for first-time homebuyers that allows borrowers to put nothing down on a home. 

Movement Mortgage, a top 10 retail home lender, has just introduced a financing option that provides eligible first-time buyers with a non-repayable grant of up to 3 percent. Not only that, but the program also allows for sellers to further assist the buyer by paying up to 4% of closing costs and pre paids on the home. 

For example, say you were to buy a $200,000 home. The necessary down payment costs would be about $6,000…

If you’re looking to buy a home, it’s time to check that dreaded credit score! While to us our credit score doesn’t mean too much, to a lender who’s considering whether to approve your mortgage loan, a low credit score can indicate you’re a risky borrower. And for most of them, that’s not a risk they’re willing to take. 

So, what do you do to get your credit score up and get ready for your home purchase? Let us help with these tips. 

1. Get a current copy of your credit report

Knowing is half the battle when it comes to your credit. If you know where you stand, then you know exactly how much work it’s going to take to make that good credit score happen for you. You're entitled to one free copy of your credit report every 12 months from each…

Whether you’re a first-time home buyer or have gone through the process before, taking the leap into buying a home can be a nerve-wracking experience. But the good news is—it doesn’t have to be! There will always be some aspects of the home buying process that are out of your control, but there are ways to minimize the stress involved! Check out our tips for a less bumpy home buying road: 

1. Know what you want (before you look) 

When you’re already out seeing homes with your agent, it isn’t the time to be deciding how many bedrooms you want, the type of floor plan you need or the area in which you want to live. There are so many things you can narrow down before you ever see your first house, which will save you time and stress in the long run.…