What is a VA Loan?

November 4, 2020

Treadstone offers US Veterans and surviving spouses, our VA Mortgage to purchase a home with zero down payment, no mortgage insurance, all at competitive interest rates.

Conventional Mortgages

November 2, 2020

So you want to buy a house? You probably know that you need to get a mortgage, but did you know that there are different types of mortgages? Different mortgage programs may offer different interest rates, mortgage insurance rules and regulations, credit and eligibility restrictions, and often times most important to buyers: down payment requirements. One […]

Is a Zero Down Payment Mortgage Right for You?

November 2, 2020

There are many types of mortgages out there and figuring out which one is right for you can be a daunting task. One mortgage product that isn’t very well known but is perfect for many prospective home buyers is the USDA Loan Program. USDA Loans, also called Rural Development Loans or RD Loans, is a […]

Mortgages for Veterans in Grand Rapids and West Michigan

November 2, 2020

If you are a Veteran or current member of the armed services there is a great loan program that you can take advantage of. This mortgage program is called the VA Loan. This loan is extremely popular due to its low interest rates, agreeable terms, and the fact that there is no required down payment. […]

First Time Home Buyer’s Guide to Government FHA Loans

November 2, 2020

A recurring theme in our blogs is the fact that there are different types of mortgages. The two main types of loans that people think about are: Conventional Loans and Government Loans. Today we will be talking about one type of government loan that is especially popular among first time home buyers: FHA Loans. FHA […]

Private Mortgage Insurance

October 28, 2020

What is private mortgage insurance? Does it matter? Some of the most common questions we get in the industry – this series walks buyers through private mortgage insurance and what it means for them. Click here to access the series. What is Mortgage Insurance? Mortgage insurance is a requirement for borrowers who elect to put […]

Appraisal Knowledge

October 28, 2020

Experienced appraiser, Blaine Feyen, discusses everything you need to know about appraisals in the mortgage process. Click here to access his appraisal knowledge series.

Treadstone Webinars

October 28, 2020

For buyers, realtors, and anyone who wants to learn more about the real estate and mortgage industries, our collection of webinars give you an insider’s view.

The Loan Down for Homebuyers

October 28, 2020

Our Loan Down series talks you through just about everything you need to know about homebuying and the mortgage process in West Michigan.

Housing Market Trends

October 14, 2020

The housing market is one of the few things that hasn’t been negatively impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic. In fact, it’s booming. Many people are taking advantage of the historically low interest rates as an opportunity to upgrade, refinance, or purchase their first home, while others are moving in response to the pandemic in general. […]