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January 16, 2025
Before you start your home search, consider your "must-have" features — here are some ideas and resources to get started.
May 28, 2026
A Complete Guide to the Home Inspection Process for Buyers
July 23, 2024
When applying for a mortgage loan, there are 5 main criteria mortgage lenders take into consideration.
December 27, 2019
What really happens when you buy a house? Sure, you have to find your dream home and apply for a mortgage, but what else goes into purchasing your dream home?
Estimate your monthly payments for your mortgage.
September 04, 2024
There’s a lot that goes into buying a house before you actually sign on the dotted line, and it all starts with a mortgage pre-approval.
December 10, 2024
Before you start house-hunting, calculating your price range is essential.
January 25, 2025
Download our free loan document checklist to keep track of the files you’ll need when applying for a home loan.
During her career at Waterstone Mortgage, Traci has facilitated employee training, process improvement, and new vendor relationships across the organization. Her deep understanding of mortgage origination allows her to contribute and be a source of g
July 29, 2026
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged in July, but inflation, employment data, and Treasury yields will continue to shape the outlook for mortgage rates.
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Led by Jason Stier, the Veteran Community Mortgage team brings decades of combined experience to the table. They’ve been working together for years with one unified goal: to serve those who have served us.
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At Waterstone Mortgage, we know that a home purchase is often the largest investment you will make in your lifetime. Our team works together to deliver the best mortgage experience possible. We will be there for you every step of the way, offering re
January 20, 2021
A primary component of becoming eligible to buy a home is having a down payment, which often takes time and saving to create.
February 13, 2024
Aside from the down payment, other fees may be due at the closing of your new home.
August 10, 2020
Preparing your home can have a serious impact on buyers – and we have the top staging tips.
June 17, 2026
A temporary buydown allows homebuyers to lower their interest rate for the first several years of their mortgage loan, helping them ease into homeownership.
August 27, 2024
Down payment assistance qualifications include first-time homebuyer status, income limits, and homebuyer education requirements.
March 28, 2021
Down payment assistance programs can help eligible homebuyers achieve their homeownership goals.
As the Director of Affordable Housing & Loan Servicing, I enjoy sharing in Waterstone Mortgage's important work with first-time homebuyers. I am also known as “DPA Dave.” It is rewarding to be able to help make the dream of homeowners
June 17, 2025
Many home loan programs offer low down payment requirements – or no down payment required at all.
