In today’s changing market, it is more important than ever to work with an experienced mortgage professional who can guide you through the mortgage maze. Over the past several months we have seen several large mortgage companies disappear and home prices have become stagnate. A loan that was easy to do several years ago could be impossible today. With interest rates still at all time lows, now is an ideal time to purchase a new home or refinance your current home.

The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 is a sweeping $300 billion rescue plan to help homeowners and the sluggish housing market. If you’ve been on the fence about buying a home in today’s real estate market, now is the time to take advantage of a temporary tax credit of up to $7,500 specifically designed for first-time home buyers. Do your homework first and decide if an FHA secured loan or a conventional loan is the right choice for you.

Columbus, Ohio tops Forbes magazine’s list of cities where your nest egg goes farther, thanks to reasonably-priced housing relative to income and a 4.5% inflation rate that allows a buck to stretch a little further than in other rapidly-growing areas. Sure, there are dozens of big bank mortgage lenders nationally, but what if you desire a mortgage company based in Columbus? Let us help.

Winmark Mortgage, Inc. is a locally-owned and operated mortgage brokerage company with over 125 years of combined experience. They pride themselves on customer service and obtaining the right loan for their customer’s needs. Another option is Market Mortgage Co., which offers a full line of mortgage programs for residential and investment property including conventional, FHA, VA, portfolio products, no ratio loans, bridge loans, construction-perm loans, conventional loans, and more. Market Mortgage Co. can also help you tap into your home equity.