by Element Mortgage | Feb 19, 2020 | Hawaii, Live
The number of people deciding to refinance their home mortgages increased once again early this month. The Mortgage Bankers Association noted that the volume of mortgage applications rose by more than 1 percent while the purchase index tumbled slightly. Although it is... 
by Element Mortgage | Feb 10, 2020 | Hawaii, Live
FHA loans have always given individuals a chance at homeownership because they empower people with less-than-ideal credit. And, they can even help future homeowners with down payment assistance. The National Association of Home Builders says the use of FHA loans to... 
by Element Mortgage | Feb 4, 2020 | Hawaii, Live
Waikiki, despite its heavy tourism and foot traffic, is one of the best areas in Oahu to find some great places to eat. Among the high-rises and hotels, food enthusiasts can enjoy a slew of options. From imported Tokyo chains to steakhouse franchises, there’s... 
by Element Mortgage | Jan 28, 2020 | Hawaii, Live
A steadier real estate market closed out the year strong in Oahu. There was a 19 percent boost in single-family home sales in Oahu, which pushed sales by 4 percent for the entirety of 2019, according to Pacific Business News. The market’s stabilization and health is... 
by Element Mortgage | Jan 20, 2020 | Hawaii, Live
A new survey reveals America’s highest-paying cities – and Honolulu made the cut. Based on information from other data sets by U.S. News Report rankings, such as best-paying jobs and best jobs, two California cities and New York landed on the list, along with Seattle,... 
by Element Mortgage | Jan 10, 2020 | Hawaii, Live
Limits on Veterans Affairs home loans are officially a thing of the past thanks to the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act, which went into effect on Jan. 1. Prior to the new rules, Veterans with full VA loan entitlement who exceeded loan limits were required to pay...