Are you thinking about buying a new home in 2018? Whether you are a first-time home buyer or you’re downsizing now that the kids have moved out, you are likely considering whether or not you will need a mortgage. Even if you can afford to buy a home in cash, taking out a mortgage can help you maintain your liquidity for other spending purposes.
No matter what the case, you will want to work with someone who can help you understand your options and what the right decision might be. Let’s explore three excellent reasons why you should work with an experienced mortgage professional for your next mortgage.
Helpful Advice, Every Step Of The Way
The first – and best – reason to work with a mortgage professional is that they are working with your best interests in mind. For example, you may qualify for a number of different interest rates and amortization periods. Which do you choose? Or perhaps your options are more limited as you are rebuilding your credit. Do you know which mortgage will best help you over the long term?
Your mortgage advisor is there to provide helpful, supportive advice as you move through the process.
Access To The Best Possible Rates
Another reason to work with a mortgage professional is that they have access to a wide variety of mortgage products, including those with lower interest rates. While you might think that 0.1 percent off of your mortgage rate doesn’t seem like much, over time this can result in thousands of dollars in savings.
Building A Long-Term Relationship For Future Needs
Finally, keep in mind that you will not just be a “one and done” with your mortgage advisor. This is the start of a long-term relationship that you may come to rely on in the future. You may decide to buy a larger home when you start a family or buy an investment property to diversify your portfolio. No matter the case, you will need someone whom you can trust will guide you in the right direction.
These are just a few of the many good reasons to work with an experienced mortgage professional. When you are ready to buy a new home, or if you are a homeowner in search of refinancing, contact our offices today. We will be happy to share our advice and expertise to help you choose the best mortgage product.
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About the Author:
Babak Moghaddam graduated from University of Southern California in 1985. He entered the mortgage industry as a compliance auditor at the Bank of New York in 1986 and completed his masters in Business Administration two years later. After seventeen years in the traditional mortgage banking world Babak finally transformed this vision into his own practice in 2002 when he formed Charter Pacific Lending Corp, a mortgage company that has provided over $900 Million in residential real estate loans throughout Southern California. Babak and his team do things a little differently than other mortgage providers. They work as financial advisors, because they have come to realize that a mortgage is a very powerful financial tool. And just like any other financial tool, it should be managed as part of the overall financial management plan to reach every home owner’s long and short-term financial goals much faster. You can contact Babak for a free consultation and strategy session at (800) 322-1217 X103.