Did you know you can get pre-approved for a home loan right now? GNCU’s home lending subsidiary, Greater Nevada Mortgage (GNM), has all the tools and expertise you need to make an informed decision to apply for a mortgage on the home of your dreams.
Greater Nevada Credit Union Home Loans
Homeownership Dreams Start Here
Did You Miss Our Helpful Webinar About the Launchpad Homeownership Program?
Qualifying first-time homebuyers can access state down payment assistance through the program provided by Nevada Rural Housing to help put affordable homeownership within reach for more families and individuals in rural communities throughout the Silver State. Sign up below to receive a link to watch a recording to learn more about what you need to do to qualify, amounts available, and other questions asked by attendees. Don’t delay because funds from this program are limited!
Apply now as mortgage rates fall! GNM is here to help you meet your homeownership goals—like buying your first or next home, or lowering your current interest rate and payments or accessing cash by refinancing. GNM also prioritizes speed for their clients, with an average turnaround of only 21 days from application completed to ready to close for purchase loans!1
A Passion for Helping Homebuyers
GNM’s home loan experts are ready to provide their insights and personal assistance for your next home purchase. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or looking to move, they’re here to guide you through the entire process.
Credit Union Home Loan Options
If you are in the market to buy a home, it’s important to do your research so that you can choose the loan that works best for your budget and lifestyle. When you work with our credit union’s home lending subsidiary, Greater Nevada Mortgage, you have a variety of mortgage options, from fixed rate to adjustable rate and even government-backed loans such as FHA, USDA, and VA loans. Connecting with a local GNM Mortgage Consultant is a great first step to get an idea on what options could be available to you, including possible down payment assistance programs (which aren’t limited to only first-time homebuyers).
If you own a home and are seeking a better interest rate and/or lower monthly mortgage payments, a home refinance loan may be right for you. This is also a good approach for those looking to consolidate debt from high-interest loans into a single monthly payment through a cash out refinance, as well as for those who simply want to pay off their home on a different time table than what their original mortgage’s terms called for. Check out our loan refinance calculator to see how refinancing could work out for you, and connect with a local GNM Mortgage Consultant to have your refinancing questions answered.
A Home Equity Line of Credit, or HELOC, is another popular way to borrow money from a home you already own — and it’s not the same as a home equity loan. By tapping into your equity, you can borrow much like you would with a credit card with repayment only necessary on the funds you use, and the money can be used for home improvements, emergencies, debt consolidation, and more. HELOCs are a good option for homeowners who have built up equity over time of owning their home. Connect with a local GNM Mortgage Consultant to have your HELOC questions answered.
Types of Home Loans
When you borrow money to purchase a home, you have a lot of choices to make. The first — and perhaps most important — is which type of loan best suits your needs. Here’s a look at some of the most popular credit union home loan types.
Stability and predictability are the hallmarks of these loans that carry a specific interest rate for the entire borrowing/repayment period.
For those looking to lower their short-term mortgage payments because they are not planning to stay in that home for long, mortgages with adjustable rates can be a good option.
Dream homes can sometimes cost more than the average home (especially in highly coveted locations). That’s where loans for more expensive homes — known as jumbo loans — come into play.
Have existing debt and need to make a lower down payment? Are you active duty, a veteran, or surviving spouse of someone who was in the U.S. armed forces? Are you looking to live in a rural area? An FHA loan, VA loan or USDA loan may be the right path for you.
Applying for Your Home Loan
Follow the steps below to get started on your home loan.
What do you need the loan for? What loan amount are you aiming for? Run a few test scenarios through GNM’s mortgage calculator.
Fixed? Adjustable? Government-backed? What are the mortgage rates and possible monthly payments? Having a general idea of options available, including down payment assistance programs, will help you during the application process.
It’s quick. It’s easy. It’s online. Plus, GNM offers a handy mortgage documents checklist so you know what information to gather.
A local GNM Mortgage Consultant will work with you to see what options work best for your goals and situation. You can also connect with one before starting your application.
Everyone Deserves a Home
According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness, over 7,600 Nevadans experience homelessness on any given night. GNM’s Keys to Greater program donates a portion of the revenue from every new mortgage or refinance to community nonprofit organizations that address homelessness, and since launching in 2021, over $200,000 has been donated!
Ready to Move Forward?
If you’re ready to proceed with applying for a home loan, we’ve got the tools you need to move from dreaming to owning! Visit the links below to get started.
1Average purchase loan turnaround time is based on application completion to final approval, with all required conditions and guidelines being met awaiting the Close of Escrow date, for October 2024. This is not a guaranteed timeframe for all loan applications. Each loan transaction is different, and individual turnaround times will vary.
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