Moses Alford

Mortgage Loan Originator

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Moses Alford Mortgage Loan Originator

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Does the VA Offer Reverse Mortgages?

Does the VA Offer Reverse Mortgages?

If you are a veteran and looking for ways to tap your equity in retirement, you may be wondering about the possibility of using a reverse mortgage. Is a reverse mortgage right for you and does the VA offer them? What is a Reverse Mortgage? A reverse mortg

Aug 15, 2023 | VA Loans Reverse Mortgage

How Do VA Loan Rates Compare to Other Loans?

How Do VA Loan Rates Compare to Other Loans?

If you are an active-duty or veteran military service person, VA home loans are an incredible home loan option; the fees are low, no down payment is required, and there is technically no minimum credit score bar to clear. In fact, 90% of VA loans are made

Aug 08, 2023 | VA Loans

Understanding the Differences between Second Homes and Investment Properties

Understanding the Differences between Second Homes and Investment Properties

You have probably heard people talk about second homes and investment properties. Or maybe vacation homes and rental properties. They can sometimes be used interchangeably but they actually have very different definitions, especially when it comes to mort

Aug 01, 2023 | Purchasing a Home

6 Mistakes that Home Buyers Should Avoid

6 Mistakes that Home Buyers Should Avoid

With the busiest housing market season of the year in full swing, it’s essential to be on your home buying game. Here are 6 major mortgage blunders to avoid to make sure you are in prime position for scoring the perfect property. Not Getting Pre-ap

Jul 25, 2023 | Purchasing a Home

How to Start the Process of Buying a Home

How to Start the Process of Buying a Home

Once you’ve decided you want to become a homeowner you may not know what step to take next. Should you hire a real estate agent? Should you find a lender? Should you start searching real estate listings on your own? Here’s a look at the typica

Jul 18, 2023 | Purchasing a Home

How To Save As Much Money as Possible When Buying a House

How To Save As Much Money as Possible When Buying a House

With high prices and rising inflation, if you are hoping to buy a home for the first time this year, you are probably looking for any way to save money in the process. Here are some possible options for pinching those pennies to make home buying more affo

Jul 11, 2023 | Purchasing a Home