The Perea Mortgage Blog
Plain-English guides on mortgages, credit, and the homebuying process — written for first-time buyers in Midland and Odessa.
First-Time Buyers
The "20% down" rule scares off more buyers than it should. Here's how to figure out your real number — including taxes, insurance, and what lenders actually look at.
Loan Options
Neither option is automatically "better." We break down the real differences in down payment, credit requirements, and monthly cost so you can compare apples to apples.
Getting Ready
Having these ready before your first conversation with a lender can shave days off your approval timeline. Here's the short checklist we give every client.
Ready When You Are
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