Mortgage News, Tips and Resources

Knowing when to lock in a mortgage rate isn't an exact science, but some determining factors can help take out some ofthe guesswork.

Home buyers want to know: Why do I need title insurance? And what exactly is it?

With a close proximity to what New York City has to offer, buying a home on Long Island remains a great investment for forward-thinking millennials.

Traditions are what make our house a home for the holidays.

An FHA 203(k) loan is a mortgage loan that also covers the cost of repairs. It's perfect for the purchase of a fixer-upper.

Understanding exactly what factors affect credit score can be tricky. Contour Mortgage outlines the top 5 things that can affect your credit score.

Contour pays it forward. We work with a number of both national and Long Island charities that need our help.

Here are 5 tips for selling your Long Island home in winter:

A 203k loan takes into account the projected increase in the value of your home for the project that you complete – before you do it.

When shopping for a mortgage, consumers are often confused about the differences between a banker vs. broker.We break it all down for you.

Buying a home is an emotional decision. Creating lasting memories like hosting Thanksgiving dinner are what turn a house into a home.

On October 3, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau enacted new TRID rules. Follow this guide to avoid potential pitfalls for real estate agents.

One of the most important considerations borrowers wonder when buying or refinancing a home is: should I pay points toward my mortgage?

Contour recommends best possible team to get you into your new Long Island home from the best Realtors to the best Long Island mortgage company.

One of the most important pieces of your economic puzzle is credit preparedness. Here are 6 tips to get you started.

Contour Mortgage makes securing the right mortgage as easy and efficient as possible, from the application to closing.

A guide for finding the right home on Long Island. Here’s a look at the most common types of houses and their associated benefits and drawbacks.

For more information on the difference between condos and co-ops, consult Contour Mortgage, including financing for non-warrantable residences.

Long Island realtors looking to make some new deals before the winter holiday season, we’ve put together some insider tips on what to do in the fall.

As part of a government overhaul of our financial system TRID mortgage changes in the form of new rules and documents to be implemented on October 3.