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As mortgage rates rise and housing prices increase, the real estate market is becoming increasingly difficult and costly for prospective homebuyers. Home prices are not rising nearly as quickly as they used to, but if they and interest rates keep rising, the demand for homes will weaken, since more buyers are priced out of the market. This is forcing many buyers to delay the homeownership dream because they cannot afford the punishing combination of higher rates and higher house prices. While there are expected more homes on the market this spring, higher mortgage rates could be keeping some sellers from... Read More

If you’re a veteran, you’ve probably heard of VA loans. But do you know exactly what it takes to get one? And what the benefits are when you do? Here at Liberty Lending, we’ve got years of experience providing veterans in the St. Louis area with VA loans, so we know how to break it down. Here’s the formula for VA loans: Service Record + Credit Score + Income Level = No Down Payment, 100% Financing and Great Fixed Rates Let’s explore how everything comes together. First, this is what goes into a VA loan.   Service Record When applying... Read More

When applying for a loan, it can be difficult to get the information that you need to narrow down your options. Even once you’ve determined the type of loan you need, such as a USDA loan, the questions about qualifications can seem endless. Here at Liberty Lending, we want to make the mortgage process as clear as possible. Our highly-trained consultants are always ready to have a conversation that can help you figure out what works for you. If you’re interested in a USDA loan, here’s how a conversation with us might go: Homebuyer: So I think I’m finally ready... Read More

Liberty Lending Consultants is an excellent source for St. Louis VA Home Loans, Missouri USDA Rural Development loans, and more. But outside of being a great place to get loans, Liberty Consultants continues to give back by helping fund KW cares, a local St. Louis charity.  KW Cares offers disaster and emergency funding to the families of its associates. This non-profit group is the result of St. Louis-based real estate company named Keller Williams.  The charity is now supported by associates all across North America. The charity has 503 status, which allows them to accept donations on behalf of those who... Read More

Homeownership can awaken the Bob Vila within all of us, even those who don’t know much about home improvement. These tips will set you up for success, no matter if you are tackling major renovations or just starting to dabble in DIY. Get a plan Renovations don’t always go according to plan. But that doesn’t mean you have to do it all by yourself. Last-minute changes can be stressful and costly, so make sure you have all the details in order. This means that you know what results you want, and how much time and money it will cost to get them. Many... Read More

If you’ve started looking into getting a mortgage, you’ve probably realized that it’s a lot of work. But that’s no reason to worry – that’s why mortgage brokers exist. Every day, they’re helping people just like you make the most of their mortgage. But before picking a partner that can help you do the same, it’s important to get a few answers. Here are some questions to ask any potential mortgage broker before you sign the dotted line. What is the application process like? Applying is more than half the battle when it comes to getting a mortgage, so you... Read More