Scott Carter

NMLS # 1391426

801-272-0600

scott@advancedfunding.com

Scott Carter Mortgage Loan Advisor

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Housing Affordability on the Rise

Housing Affordability on the Rise

As rates fall and incomes rise, homebuyers’ buying power has reached its highest level in 18 months, according to data from property data company Black Knight. Even though actual prices have climbed an average of $12,000 over the past eight months,

Aug 12, 2019 | Mortgage News

How to Avoid Wire Fraud at Mortgage Closing

How to Avoid Wire Fraud at Mortgage Closing

You have found the perfect property and made it all the way through the home buying process. The only thing left to do is wire the down payment and closing costs to your mortgage lender. Right before you are supposed to wire the money, you get an email fr

Aug 07, 2019 | Mortgage Basics Mortgage News

Fed Cuts Rate for the First Time in 11 Years

Fed Cuts Rate for the First Time in 11 Years

The Federal Reserve decided to lower its target interest rate to the range of 2% to 2.25%, down from a range of 2.25% to 2.50%. It is the first rate cut since December 2008, at the beginning of the Great Recession. The move was spurred by concerns ab

Aug 05, 2019 | Mortgage News

What’s More Important: Lower Home Prices or Mortgage Rates?

What’s More Important: Lower Home Prices or Mortgage Rates?

When buying a home, there are several factors that affect how much mortgage you can afford. Two of the most important are the property prices and current mortgage interest rates. Is it better to search for the absolute lowest rate or is it more helpful to

Jul 31, 2019 | Interest Rates Purchasing a Home

What is a Mortgage Servicer?

What is a Mortgage Servicer?

You recently closed on your mortgage loan and have been making your payments to your lender. Then one day, you get a letter in the mail informing you that your loan has been sold and you have a new mortgage servicer taking care of your loan. What does thi

Jul 24, 2019 | Mortgage Basics

Benefits of Using a Utah Mortgage Broker

Benefits of Using a Utah Mortgage Broker

Shopping for a mortgage can be a frustrating ordeal, but you don’t have to do it alone. The one sure-fire way to reduce the amount of legwork needed to find a better deal for your mortgage is to hire the right Utah mortgage broker. A mortgage broker

Jul 19, 2019 | Mortgage Basics

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