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What Is a Bridge Loan and How Do They Work for Homeowners Looking to Borrow?

Found your Portland dream house, but you’re still waiting for your old home to sell? A bridge loan could be the solution to buying your ideal home.

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A Comprehensive Guide to VA Loans for Oregon Residents

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VA loans: we’ve all heard of them, but what do they really entail, and how do you know if you qualify for a VA loan? Get the full scoop on VA loans here.

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6 Reasons to Review Your Home Loan Structuring

2018 Review Home Loan Structure - Options Financial Mortgage Beaverton OR, WA, CA, ID, TN, TX, AZ

When was the last time you reviewed your home loan structure? If you can’t remember, now is the right time to revisit your home loan; you could be saving a lot.

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Loan Limits Are Going Up – What Does This Mean for PDX Home Buyers?

2018 Home Loan Limits Rise Portland - Options Financial Mortgage Beaverton OR, WA, CA, ID, TN, TX, AZ

For the second year in a row, loan limits are on the rise. As the FHFA lifts conforming loan limits, Portland home shoppers are in a great place to buy.

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How to Buy Your First Home Without a 20% Down Payment

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Discouraged by the zeros behind your ideal down payment? If you’re a first time buyer, here’s how to purchase your dream home without 20% down.

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Millennials and Home Buying: A Guide to Making the Big Purchase

2017 Millennials Home Buying - Options Financial Mortgage Beaverton OR, WA, CA, ID, TN, TX, AZ

Millennials: ready to make the transition from renting to home ownership? Congratulations! Before you make the leap, read our guide to buying a home first.

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What Should My Down Payment Be?

2017 Down Payment for Home - Options Financial Mortgage Beaverton OR, WA, CA, ID, TN, TX, AZ

Struggling to decipher how much money you should shell out for a down payment on your home? Stay cool, we’re the experts. Options is here to help.

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Buying or Renting, Is Cost All I Should Consider?

2017 Buying vs Renting - Options Financial Mortgage Beaverton OR, WA, CA, ID, TN, TX, AZ

Are you ready to transition from renting to buying a home? Still on the fence? Here’s a closer look at what you gain – and save – when you buy a home.

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The Rainy Season: Dealing with Portland Weather During a Move or Remodel

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Do you have a remodel or move planned this season? Tune in for tips on how to ensure your hard work doesn’t get damaged when the weather doesn’t cooperate.

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Interview With Joel Morgan of Options Mortgage on the State of the PDX Market

2017 Housing Market in Portland - Options Financial Mortgage Beaverton OR, WA, CA, ID, TN, TX, AZ

Read Joel Morgan of Options Mortgage on the state of the Portland housing market. Advice, insights, and what to expect, from an expert.

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