| Mortgage Bankers Association of America Consumer Information |
| The Mortgage Bankers Association of America is the preeminent association representing the real estate finance industry. Their consumer information site contains several tools and guides to aid in purchasing or refinancing a home. |
| |
| Understanding & Fixing your Credit Score |
| Is my credit score that important in getting a mortgage? YES!!! Find out how increasing your credit score can save you thousands of dollars over the life of your mortgage. This site gives you tips to improve your score and to keep it at a higher level. |
| |
| Free Credit Reports |
| Receive a free credit report online in just a few simple steps and get feel for what lenders will see. Also learn how to read your credit report and understand what you are looking at. |
| |
| Federal Reserve Board Consumer Information |
| The Federal Reserve Board maintains a web page with consumer information, including a section on home mortgages. The section covers topics such as finding the best mortgage and understanding ARMs. |
| |
| Homebuyer Education by Freddie Mac |
| Freddie Mac is a publicly held corporation chartered by Congress to increase the supply of funds that mortgage lenders, such as commercial banks, mortgage bankers, savings institutions and credit unions, can make available to homebuyers and multifamily investors. This Freddie Mac site offers a step-by-step tutorial on the home buying decision process and the mortgage application process. |
| |
| United States Postal Service Official Movers Guide |
| What happens after you complete the purchase process? This U.S. Postal Service site provides all kinds of tools and tips to help make the moving process easier. |
| |
| Search for a Home |
| Search by location, price, bedrooms, style and more. Create your own custom search of every available listing in the Rochester Area. This is your one stop to find your new home, then give us a call and we will help get you in the door! |
| |