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What is the Difference Between a Mortgage Interest Rate and the APR?

As you start applying for a mortgage loan, you will probably hear the terms “APR” and “mortgage interest rate” a lot from lenders. What do these mean, what is the difference between them, and how do t Jan 24, 2023

Your Mortgage Closing Checklist

You’re in the home stretch: you’ve found a great home, made an offer and been accepted. You’ve gone through the home inspection appointments and resolved any issues and now you’re waiting for the mort Jan 17, 2023

Choosing the Best Type of Refinance Loan

If you are ready to refinance your current loan, there are actually several types to choose from. The right one for you will depend on your purpose for getting a new loan and your eligibility for spec Jan 10, 2023

Home Buying in 2023 – What to Expect

The past several years of housing boom, spurred on by the lowest mortgage rates in history and record-setting home demand, have likely seen their end. As U.S. inflation reached uncomfortable levels of Jan 03, 2023

Don’t Make These 7 Home Buyer Mistakes

With today’s rising interest rates and high home prices, buying a home takes some planning and forethought. Mistakes can be costly, like getting a mortgage higher than you can afford or getting stuck Dec 27, 2022

Merry Christmas

With Christmas fast-approaching, all of us at Blue Sky Mortgage would like to wish you a Merry Christmas! We hope that this week you'll be surrounded by family, friends and loved ones while enjoying t Dec 22, 2022