Kayla Basile

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413-896-0439

kayla@usa-mtg.com

Kayla Basile Vice President

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Todays Market Report

Todays Market Report

  Take a look at some of this week's report highlights!   The recent drop in mortgage rates has sparked a jump in applications. Mortgage applications were up 23.5% from the previous week. Just over 10% of agents surveyed by NAR

Jan 11, 2019 | loan Mortgage home economy government government shutdown rates

Interest Rate vs. APR

Interest Rate vs. APR

Interest rate and annual percentage rate (APR)-those are the same thing, right? Unfortunately, too many mortgage buyers don’t realize the answer is no. The interest rate on your mortgage loan is different from the APR and understanding both is impor

Jan 09, 2019 | Interest Rates

The Ins and Outs of a Down Payment

The Ins and Outs of a Down Payment

Being able to purchase a home is often tied to how much of a down payment you have saved. If you have never bought a house before, you may not understand what a down payment is or why it is so important. Here’s the basics you need to know as you sav

Jan 02, 2019 | VA Loans FHA Loans Preapproval Purchasing a Home

Home Equity Loan vs. HELOC

Home Equity Loan vs. HELOC

For many people, their home is their largest asset. And its value generally grows over time, producing more equity for the homeowners. How can homeowners make use of this equity without selling their house? A home equity loan or a Home Equity Line of Cred

Dec 26, 2018 | Home Equity Credit

Happy Holidays from USA Mortgage Network, Inc.

All of us at USA Mortgage Network, Inc. would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We would like to thank you for making 2018 a great year and for the privilege of helping you purchase or refinance your home. We hope that 2019 is a ye

Dec 19, 2018 |

Everything You Need To Know About Prepayment Penalties

Everything You Need To Know About Prepayment Penalties

Although they are not nearly as common today, some mortgage loans do come with a prepayment penalty. Home loan borrowers should be aware of them before signing their names on the dotted line. Here’s what you need to know about prepayment penalties:

Dec 12, 2018 | Purchasing a Home Refinancing a Home