Guild Mortgage blogs
Top 5 FAQs regarding equity in a home
Top 5 FAQs regarding equity in a home Are you a renter weighing the rent-vs-buy decision? Renting has its advantages. For example, renters have less responsibility for maintenance and repairs [...]
5 tax benefits of buying a home
5 tax benefits of buying a home The tax benefits of buying a home are one of the many advantages of homeownership vs. renting. Tax breaks for first-time homebuyers are either deductions or credits. [...]
Mortgage help programs and assistance
Mortgage help programs and assistance We recognize that, while COVID-19 has impacted all our daily lives and habits, it may have far-reaching consequences in many areas affecting your mortgage and finances. Guild is here [...]
How Guild is creating a new norm with eClosings and Digital Mortgages
How Guild is creating a new norm with eClosings and Digital Mortgages Today, almost every step required to purchase a home can be completed online. Many homebuyers start their home search virtually, while [...]
Mary Ann McGarry’s Official Statement on Equality and Racial Injustice
Mary Ann McGarry's official statement on equality and racial injustice Guild Mortgage supports equality and stands as one with our employees, partners and communities to reject racial injustice and discrimination. The tragic events [...]
Refinancing your home: the benefits, pros and cons
Refinancing your home: the benefits, pros and cons Even if your current home loan payments are affordable, there are many reasons to choose to refinance. Whether you need cash to pay essential expenses or would [...]
Watch out for these three problematic property types
Watch out for these three problematic property types When shopping on a budget, discount homes may be tempting, but if you’re not careful they may cost you your financing. When applying for a loan, [...]
What is a temporary buydown and when does it make sense to get one?
What is a temporary buydown and when does it make sense to get one? Temporary buydowns are best for those who need to buy a new home now, but expect to have a higher monthly [...]
How to buy a home if you have student loan debt?
How to buy a home if you have student loan debt? Homebuyers are waiting until their mid-thirties to take the plunge into homeownership. The majority of homeowners continue to be college graduates. How do they [...]
How to write a winning real estate offer letter
How to write a winning real estate offer letter If you’re thinking of buying a home in a competitive market, your real estate agent may recommend that you write a real estate offer letter [...]