Edgar Benitez

NMLS # 2471601

773-899-3043

Edgar@PrimeRateMortgage.com

Edgar Benitez Mortgage Advisor

Edgar Benitez

NMLS # 2471601

773-899-3043

Edgar@PrimeRateMortgage.com

Edgar Benitez Mortgage Advisor
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What is a Piggyback Mortgage?

What is a Piggyback Mortgage?

In order to achieve the dream of homeownership, many buyers look for creative financing to aid them in their quest. One such option is a piggyback mortgage, which actually involves taking out two separate loans to make homeownership more affordable. These

Sep 12, 2018 | First-time Homebuyers Conventional Loans Preapproval Purchasing a Home

Are Fixed Rate Mortgages or Adjustable Rate Mortgages better for me?

Are Fixed Rate Mortgages or Adjustable Rate Mortgages better for me?

When you are in the market for a mortgage, one of the many decisions you’ll have to make is whether to apply for a fixed-rate loan or an adjustable rate mortgage (ARM). Both can be beneficial, depending on your situation. Learning the difference bet

Aug 15, 2018 | Purchasing a Home Fixed Rate Mortgages Adjustable Rate Mortgages Refinancing a Home

The Top 4 Reasons You Should Get a VA Loan

The Top 4 Reasons You Should Get a VA Loan

If you are a military veteran or are currently serving active-duty, there is an incredible mortgage loan available to you through the Department of Veterans Affairs – the VA loan. VA mortgages are made through regular lenders but backed by the Depar

Aug 01, 2018 | VA Loans

Should I Pay Mortgage Points?

Should I Pay Mortgage Points?

If you are buying a home or refinancing, you have probably heard about “mortgage points.” This form of pre-paid interest can save you thousands of dollars over the course of your loan but in many circumstances is not worth the upfront cost. Ho

Jul 18, 2018 | Purchasing a Home Interest Rates

Happy Independence Day 2018!

Happy Independence Day 2018!

We wish you a Happy Independence Day and hope that your day is filled with great food, fun, friends, family and fireworks. Let us all remember the founding of our great nation and the freedoms we enjoy and all those that have sacrificed so much for u

Jul 03, 2018 |

4 Things Every Borrower Needs to Know About Mortgage Brokers

4 Things Every Borrower Needs to Know About Mortgage Brokers

Buying a home in Illinois, whether for the first time or the last, is an exciting event. Yet before you even take a look at a single home for sale, it is a smart idea to have your mortgage financing lined up. While it is possible to get a home loan direct

Jun 20, 2018 | mortgage brokers

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