Finance & Insurance

It's easy to get distracted by thoughts of owning your own home, but it's important to understand the financial benefits and responsibilities of doing so.  Check out these helpful tips and articles to help you get on firm financial ground.

Credit
5 Factors that Decide Your Credit Score
How Big of a Mortgage Can You Afford?
Get Your Finances in Order - "To Do" List
Budget Basics Worksheet

Financing
Loan Types to Consider
Traditional Mortgages
Specialty Mortgages - Risks & Rewards
Avoid Predatory Lending
10 Quetsions to Ask Your Lender
Lending Checklist
6 Creative Ways to Own Your Home

Borrower's Do Not Do

Insurance
5 Things to Know About Homeowners Insurance
Improve Your Insurance Score
Tips to Lower Homeowner's Insurance Costs

Taxes
Tax Benefits of Home Ownership
5 Property Tax Questions to Ask

Incentives

Missouri HOPE Program
Missouri HOPE Program FAQ