Credit and Lending
How to Navigate Today’s Volatile Real Estate Market
As both home prices and interest rates rise, so do concerns about buying in today’s real estate market. We sat down with expert Mike Mulhern, Assistant Vice President of Real Estate Lending at Service Credit […]
Five Reasons to Use Your Credit Card This Holiday Season
While everyone is feeling the pinch more than ever as we approach the holiday season, there are some things we can’t avoid spending money on. One way to make the spending a little less painful? […]
Beginner’s Guide to Mortgages
What is a mortgage? Most would say it is a loan to purchase a home. That’s true, but mortgages come in many flavors with different terms and conditions.
How to Find the Right Real Estate Professional for You
Is finding a real estate agent on your to-do list this summer? Hiring a professional real estate agent can help you make smarter decisions and avoid expensive mistakes. Whether you’re buying or selling, follow our […]
What to Know as Interest Rates Continue to Rise
The below content is meant to be informational and not used as financial advice. With the cost of gas, groceries and housing all going up, the Fed’s plans to increase interest rates may seem like […]
How Much Is My Home Worth?
With housing prices rising considerably in recent years, you may be wondering if you should take advantage of market trends and sell your home. Of course, before doing so, you’ll want to know the value […]
Five Reasons to Consider Refinancing Your Auto Loan
Refinancing a car loan can be a quick and easy process. Our experts at Service CU have five good reasons you should consider refinancing your car loan today!
Is a Personal Loan Right for You?
When you think of taking out a loan, it’s usually for something specific and defined: an auto loan, a student loan, or a mortgage. But there are all sorts of things that happen in between […]
How a Secured Credit Card Can Help You Establish Credit
This article is brought to you by Service Credit Union’s Visa Everyday Card with numerous benefits and no hidden fees*. Establishing good credit can feel like a Catch-22: how can you apply for your first […]
Why a Construction Loan May Be Right for You
As a real estate lending specialist, I get a lot of calls from people asking what their options are when buying a home – and hear a lot of frustration about not being able to […]