Home Ownership As long-time home owners will tell you, costly household repairs make you miss the good ol’ days of calling your landlord to come and fix things “quickly... You saved, you planned, you bought a house. And now you’re ready to make that new house, your house. But before you get caught up in a swirl of paint colors... An easier, more affordable way to buy, build or refinance a home A house is one of the biggest purchases you’ll probably ever make. Which means you really... Home equity loan or line of credit (HELOC) — which one’s right for you? Thinking about making some home improvements this fall — or planning ahead so you’re... Your home is your castle, your refuge and—let’s face it—a place where it can be very easy to sink a big chunk of money. Which is why you’re always on the... Buying your first home can be intimidating, so we asked real people to share their new homeowner tips. Find out their strategies to ace the homebuying... Spring is a great time for fresh starts and new beginnings. And what feels more fresh start-y than being on the hunt for a house... Looking to start the new year under a new roof, but having trouble locking one down? Look no further! Our President and CEO Kim Sponem talks about what... Ah, spring! The days are longer, the temps are getting warmer and “For Sale” signs are popping up in neighborhoods around town. If you’ve been thinking... Ready to be a homeowner? Here's what you need to know first. Is home ownership right for you? This session will cover everything from how to weigh the... From home improvements to paying off higher interest debt, there are many ways to use a Home Equity Loan or Home Equity Line of Credit. Learn how you can... Calculators Are you ready to become a homeowner? Wondering how the homebuying process even begins? In this Money Smarts episode, a Summit mortgage lending officer...