John Swierczek, Loan Advisor, NMLS 613332

Looking for a way to save for a down payment on your next home? If you saved only $100 per paycheck, you could save a lot this year. If you get paid bi-monthly, you could have $2,400 saved up by December! Don't have that much to work with? Start with $50. Experiment with how your savings add up using our simple calculator: http://spr.ly/6185HL56V

Are you thinking of selling your home? Here are some low-cost tips on freshening up your home before you put it on the market. http://spr.ly/6184HImMG

When you’re looking to secure a home loan, a higher credit score will get you a better interest rate. So, before you start looking for your dream home, you may start by improving your credit. You can start by paying off or diversifying your existing debit or try a credit monitoring service. Learn more: http://spr.ly/6183HQWUN

If you didn't hear it, the Federal Reserve held to its forecast of no rate hikes through the end of 2023 at last Wednesday's meeting. But just as a reminder, the Fed does not control mortgage rates. Read more here: http://spr.ly/6188Htedr

Life can be so hectic. You work for eight or nine hours, come home, and have to cook dinner. If you’re a parent, you have to take care of your child on top of it. I am happy to share National Goof Off Day and some ideas on how to have a little extra fun on a Monday. We all need some fun. http://spr.ly/6184HsYOy

I'm invested in helping my customers buy their dream home. That’s why, even if you don’t have a long credit history or a sizeable down payment, there are ways to become a homeowner: Like FHA loans, which can help you purchase a home with a smaller down payment. See if an FHA loan is right for you: http://spr.ly/6187HSwnF