High 6% Interest Rates: Why Buyers Are Considering Refinancing
Remember when refinancing wasn’t even on the table? When interest rates jumped into the 7s and everyone just decided to tough it out? Well, here’s the good news — that’s changing. As of this week, we’re quoting 30-year conventional loans around 6.19% (6.32% APR), and that little shift is opening doors for a lot of […]
How to Qualify for ARM Loan in Utah | Utah ARM Loan Qualification Guide
If you’ve landed here, you’re probably Googling how to qualify for ARM loan in Utah. (Good news — you’re in the right place.) As a Utah-based mortgage broker, I’d rather break this down over a cup of coffee than shove you through complex charts. Let me walk you, step by step, through exactly what lenders […]
Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM) in 2025 — Should You Consider One?
What Is an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM) and Should You Consider One in 2025? If you’re exploring home financing this year, you’ve probably seen the term Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM) in 2025. An ARM is a home loan with an interest rate that starts fixed, then adjusts after a set period. Most ARMs begin with a lower […]
7-Year Fixed Mortgage in Utah: When It Makes Sense for Homebuyers
Wondering if a 30-year fixed loan is really your best move? For some Utah buyers, a 7-year fixed mortgage can be the smarter strategy — helping you lock in a lower rate, qualify for more home, and match your loan to your real plans. Why Homebuyers Are Reconsidering the 30-Year Fixed For years, the 30-year […]
First-Time Homebuyer Programs in Utah: What You Really Need to Know
Buying Your First Home in Utah If you’re a first-time buyer in Salt Lake County or Utah County, you’ve probably asked: “How much do I need for a down payment?” The good news is—buying a home in Utah may be more affordable than you think. Several programs exist to help you with down payment and […]
What If I Can’t Refinance in Year 2 of My 1-0 Buydown?
You’ve probably heard me talk a lot about the 1-0 buydown lately — and for good reason.It’s one of the most underused tools buyers can use in today’s market to lower their interest rate (and payment) for the first year of their mortgage. But I get this question a lot recently: “What happens in Year […]
Rate Buydown Utah Mortgage: How One Buyer Locked in a Lower Rate with a 1-0 Buydown
If you’ve been exploring ways to buy a home, you’ve probably heard about a Rate Buydown Utah Mortgage. This powerful strategy has already helped Utah buyers—like Johnny—get into a home with a payment that actually works. When Johnny first came into our office, he wasn’t sure homeownership was possible. Between rising home prices and higher […]
Common Questions About Low Down Payment Mortgages in Utah
How can I buy a home with just 1% down in Utah? The 1% down conventional loan program is designed to help buyers get into homes with minimal upfront costs. By combining your own savings with down payment assistance—like the 2% we cover—you can make homeownership more affordable than you think. What down payment assistance […]
Houzd Mortgage Launches Innovative Conventional 1% Down Loan Program to Help Utah Homebuyers
Houzd Mortgage, a leading mortgage brokerage serving Salt Lake City and surrounding Utah counties, is excited to announce the launch of its Conventional 1% Down Loan Program, designed to make homeownership more accessible for first-time buyers and those struggling to save for a down payment. The Conventional 1% Down Loan Program allows qualified homebuyers to […]
How to Buy a Home in Utah with Just 1% Down
Buying a home in Utah just got a whole lot easier (and yes, we’re cheering right along with you). Thanks to an exciting new option available through Houzd Mortgage, you can now purchase a home with as little as 1% down — making homeownership more affordable and accessible for more Utah families. What Is the […]