It’s well understood that real estate “season” picks up in early spring and lasts until early fall. In general, people simply prefer not to move in the winter as it’s colder and everyone is busy with holidays. Typically, people do not want to be between homes over Christmas. There can, however, be some pretty big […]
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Buying a House in the Winter Months

What are Millennial Home Buyers Looking For?
What are Millennials interested in when looking to buy a home? Ideally, their dream home is energy efficient and includes a home office, a great backyard, and a modern kitchen. Continue reading to learn more from the team at GVC Mortgage.

Buying a House with No Money Down
Is it possible to buy a house with no money down? Yes. Is that a smart choice? It depends. Securing a mortgage, especially for the first time, comes with many different considerations. Continue reading to learn more about avoiding a down payment from the team at GVC Mortgage.

What is the Difference between Interest Rate and APR?
When purchasing a home, there are many new terms to learn. PMI, escrow, earnest money, and the list goes on and on. Two particular terms that can trip people up are interest rate and annual percentage rate, or APR. Why are there two different rates? Why is one higher than the other? When looking at […]

Is Buying a House Cheaper Than Renting?
The bulk of most individuals’ money each month goes to keeping a roof over their heads. Whether through renting or buying, we all need a place to hang our hats, so to speak. And while there are an incredible number of factors that go into that decision, there are advantages and disadvantages to both options. […]

Best Ways to Prepare for Buying a House
The process of buying a new home can be a difficult task, but once you’ve made the commitment, it’ll be well worth it in the end. Unfortunately, many people are unsure where to start when it comes to purchasing a house. Have no fear, GVC Mortgage is here to help you get started. If you […]

7 Key Terms to Know When Buying a Home
Buying a home is a very exciting process. Especially when it is the first home. During the mortgage process, however, you might start to hear some terms that you aren’t quite familiar with and don’t apply to other typical loans, like a car loan. Of course, your agent and mortgage lender are there to help […]

Pros and Cons to Building a Home
When it comes time to buy a new home, you’ll likely consider new construction. But to many people, that territory is unfamiliar. What are the pros and cons of building a new home? Is there anything to consider? Here are some things to keep in mind when making this very large decision from the team […]

What Is the Debt-To-Income Ratio?
When you’re trying to buy a house, research is very important. From researching your potential new neighborhood to knowing how much house you can afford, to understanding what your mortgage options are, there is no shortage of knowledge to acquire. At GVC Mortgage, we make it a priority to form relationships with our clients so […]

How to Buy a House Out of State
Are you relocating to Indiana from another state? Buying a house long distance can be a tricky process, especially if you’re comparing your experience to those portrayed on HGTV. Unfortunately, it’s rarely feasible for a homebuyer to make several trips to their desired location to look at houses multiple times and get the full house […]
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Required Documents
- 2 most recent paycheck stubs
- 2 months of bank statements (checking, savings, etc.)
- 2 years full federal tax returns (including W-2s and 1099s)
- Copy of your driver’s license
- Insurance agent contact information
If applicable, the following items will also be needed
- Divorce decree
- Bankruptcy papers
- Proof of child support
- Awards letter (social security and pension)