Mortgage 101: What Every First-Time Homebuyer Needs to Know

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Welcome, future homeowners! At BankSouth Mortgage, we understand that buying your first home is a major milestone, and navigating the world of mortgage options for first-time homebuyers can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re here to break…

Navigating New Construction: Insights & Opportunities in Today’s Market

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Are you considering building your dream home? Navigating the new construction landscape can be thrilling, yet understanding the recent market trends is crucial. According to CoreLogic's latest Quarterly Construction Insights, there's much to…

Discover Your Home’s Value: The Power of Cash-Out Refinancing

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If you're a homeowner, you're most likely sitting on some serious cash with the equity in your home, especially with the significant increases in most property values recently. The amount of equity you have is equal to the current value of your…

Utilizing the VA Renovation Loan

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Are you a veteran, an active-duty service member, or a surviving spouse looking to buy a home that needs a little TLC? Or perhaps you're a current homeowner who wants to make some updates to your property to increase its value and improve your…

Revamp Your Home with Renovation Loans: A Head-to-Head Comparison of HomeStyle® vs CHOICERenovation®

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Fannie Mae HomeStyle® and Freddie Mac CHOICERenovation® are two popular renovation loan programs offered by BankSouth Mortgage. There are similarities and differences between the two programs that borrowers should know before choosing which…

Improving Curb Appeal: What to Look For and Ways to Finance It

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Spring is right around the corner, and with it comes warmer temperatures and the anticipation of sprucing up your curb appeal. It’s a time to paint, play in the dirt, or bring out the power washer to clean things up. Whether you plan on…

Know Your Mortgage Loan Options

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Major types of mortgage loans include: Fixed-rate loans. Because they offer a monthly payment that is known and does not change, fixed-rate mortgage loans remain the most popular type. Most fixed-rate mortgages are for loan terms of 15…
What is a 2-1 Buydown

What is a 2-1 Buydown?

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Reduce mortgage payments for the first two years of the loan with a 2-1 buydown from BankSouth Mortgage! Buying a home is an exciting milestone but can come with additional startup costs. Between things like new furniture, fresh paint, and…
Why You Should Consider Refinancing Your Mortgage

Why You Should Consider Refinancing Your Mortgage

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Get a Lower Rate, Take Cash Out of Equity, or Get Rid of PMI When you refinance a loan, you essentially replace the current loan with a new loan. There are a variety of reasons to go through this process, from lowering your interest rate, to…
What is a renovation loan

What is a renovation loan?

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A renovation loan is a type of loan that borrowers can use to make renovations to their current or future home. It could mean turning a fixer-upper into the home of your dreams. Renovation loans can be taken out at the time of purchase or as…
Step-by-step VA Loan

Step-by-step VA Loan Process and Highlights

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Are you active or retired military, or even a surviving military spouse? Good news! You may qualify for a VA loan! A VA loan is a type of loan that is guaranteed by the U.S. government to help active or retired military and their spouses obtain…
5-VA-Loan-Questions-Answered

5 VA Loan Questions Answered

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November is National Military Family month, and it also includes Veterans Day on Friday, November 10, 2023. One of the many benefits the US Government provides to past and present members of our armed forces, and qualifying surviving spouses,…