Rebekah Long

NMLS # 1740696

801-272-0600

rebekah@advancedfunding.com

Rebekah Long Mortgage Loan Advisor

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Is a Bigger Down Payment Always Better?

Is a Bigger Down Payment Always Better?

In the homebuying process, if you find yourself in the enviable position of having more cash than needed for a minimum down payment, it may be difficult to know just how much you should put down. A larger down payment can bring plenty of benefits, but is

Sep 25, 2019 | Mortgage Basics Purchasing a Home

Can I Get a Mortgage Without a Credit Score?

Can I Get a Mortgage Without a Credit Score?

You need a good credit score to get the best rates on mortgage loans. Less-than-perfect scores will mean higher interest rates and subprime credit scores will make borrowing money very expensive. But what if you have no credit score at all? Is it possible

Sep 18, 2019 | FHA Loans Credit First-time Homebuyers

How Does the Stock Market Affect Mortgage Rates?

How Does the Stock Market Affect Mortgage Rates?

When there are dramatic swings in the stock market, you may wonder how mortgage interest rates will be affected. What is the relationship between mortgage rates and stock prices? Do they move together or in opposite directions?   Stocks and Mortgage

Sep 04, 2019 | Interest Rates Mortgage Basics

What is the CHOICERenovation Mortgage?

What is the CHOICERenovation Mortgage?

Freddie Mac has announced the creation of a new home renovation loan program called the CHOICERenovation Mortgage. This product is replacing Freddie Mac’s previous Renovation Mortgage and is very similar to Fannie Mae’s HomeStyle Renovation an

Aug 28, 2019 | Refinancing a Home Conventional Loans

How To Consolidate Debt with a Refinance Loan

How To Consolidate Debt with a Refinance Loan

Americans have a lot of debt. As of mid-2019, U.S. borrowers owed a total of $1.4 trillion in student loans and another $1.07 trillion in consumer credit card debt. And then, of course, there’s the $1.28 trillion in auto loan debt. Add in first and

Aug 21, 2019 | Homeowner Tips

Should You Buy an Investment Property?

Should You Buy an Investment Property?

Real estate can be a very profitable source of investment. Property values generally rise over time, giving owners equity and rental income at the same time. Owning a Utah investment property is not without risks and challenges though. There are several f

Aug 14, 2019 | Purchasing a Home

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