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Applying for a New Mortgage May Trigger Unsolicited Mail

If you have closed on a new home loan, refinanced your mortgage, or opened a Home Equity CreditLine, you may be targeted by unsolicited mail.

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Don’t Be Blindsided by Closing Costs!

It can be tough to look past the down payment ahead of you. The last thing you need is to be blindsided by a cost or fee of which you aren’t aware.

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Buying a Home? Skip PMI with SLFCU and Save Big

Purchasing a home is exciting, but if you’re a first-time home buyer you’re likely to encounter many unfamiliar terms and concepts.

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Buying a New Home? SLFCU is With You Every Step of the Way

Are you daunted by the idea of buying a new home? SLFCU is here to help you navigate the homebuying journey with confidence.

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2023 Spring Real Estate Report

Learn about the current real estate market in the communities SLFCU serves.

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SLFCU’s Mortgage Team Coming to a Branch Near You

SLFCU’s home loan officers are now available on Saturdays from 9:00am to 1:00pm MT at select branches.

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Five Reasons to Use a Home Equity CreditLine for Spring Renovations

Is your home in need of a spring makeover? A home equity line of credit (HELOC) can be a useful tool for homeowners looking to fund home renovations.

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SLFCU’s 5/5 Adjustable Rate Mortgage

SLFCU offers 5/5 adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) that provide the security of a rate and payment that adjusts once every five years.

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Announcing the Winners of Our Home for the Holidays Photo Contest!

Congratulations to the winners of our SLFCU Home for the Holidays Photo Contest!

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Renting vs. Buying a Home: How Do They Compare?

Purchasing a home can be more cost-effective than renting. Depending on your situation, a mortgage payment can be comparable to your monthly rent.

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2022 Fall Real Estate Report

Learn about the current real estate market in the Albuquerque, NM, Farmington, NM, and Tri-Valley, CA areas.

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Home Equity CreditLines: What Are They, and What Are Their Benefits?

Home equity is the difference between your home's market value and the outstanding balance of your mortgage.

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Ending Soon: Pay No Origination Fees on Home Loans with SLFCU

SLFCU is waiving origination and administrative fees on applications for owner-occupied first mortgages originated now through 6/30/22!

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2022 Spring Real Estate Report: Albuquerque Area and Tri-Valley, California

Learn about the current real estate market in the Albuquerque and Tri-Valley areas.

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Find Your Dream Home with HomeAdvantage®

SLFCU members can save more and stress less with the HomeAdvantage program.

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Loans 101

We've prepared an all-in-one glossary for when you're ready to apply.

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Announcing Our Home Renovation Photo Contest Winner!

Congratulations to the winners of our SLFCU Home Renovation Photo Contest!

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Get the Most Out of Your Yard

SLFCU’s Home Equity CreditLines are a smart way to help finance a new addition to your home, or pay for upgrades and repairs.

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2021 Spring Real Estate Report: Albuquerque Area and Tri-Valley, California

Learn about the current real estate market in the Albuquerque and Tri-Valley areas.

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Home Loans: Record Growth

SLFCU members financed new homes with us or refinanced their current loans in record numbers in 2020.

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Fall 2020 Real Estate Report: Albuquerque Area and Tri-Valley, California

Learn about the current real estate market in the Albuquerque, NM and Tri-Valley, CA areas.

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Solar Energy for Your Home: Lease or Buy?

A new home solar system is a major purchase decision. In 2020, a system can cost $15,000 to $30,000 before rebates and incentives.

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Mortgages May Trigger Unsolicited Mail

If you closed on a new home loan, refinanced your mortgage, or opened a Home Equity CreditLine, you may receive multiple solicitations in the mail.

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Spring 2020 Real Estate Report: Albuquerque Area and Tri-Valley, California

Learn about the current real estate market in the Albuquerque and Tri-Valley areas.

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First-time Homebuyers Turn to SLFCU

Kristina Jones and Jacob Robinson-Brown turned to SLFCU when they were ready to buy their first home in 2019.

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Thinking of Buying a Home? It May be More Affordable Than You Think.

Here are some simple savings strategies to help you reach your goal.

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Fall Real Estate Report: Albuquerque Area and Tri-Valley, California

Learn about the current real estate market in the Albuquerque, NM and Tri-Valley, CA areas.

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Should You Refinance Your Home Loan?

Refinancing involves replacing your current mortgage with a new one, either from the same financial institution or a different one.

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SLFCU's Home Equity CreditLines Can Save You Money

A Home Equity CreditLine could offer you a lower rate than other loan types.

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Spring Real Estate Report: Albuquerque Area and Tri-Valley, California

Learn about the current real estate market in the Albuquerque and Tri-Valley areas.

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3 Reasons to Get Pre-approved for an SLFCU Home Loan

Thinking of moving? Getting pre-approved can reduce some of the stress of buying a new home.

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SNL Livermore Collaborates with SLFCU on Homebuying Assistance

SNL Livermore sought out SLFCU to help ease their employees' California home buying efforts.

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SLFCU’s 15/15 Adjustable Rate Mortgage

We offer 15/15 adjustable rate mortgages that have the stability of just one rate change during the life of the loan.

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Online Tools for Finding Your Dream Home

When you register with the HomeAdvantage® program, you can take advantage of many home buying benefits.

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Summer Real Estate Report

Learn about the current real estate market in the Albuquerque and Livermore areas.

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Save for a Down Payment with Online and Mobile Banking

SLFCU's online and mobile banking make it simple to create and track your progress toward saving for a down payment.

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What is a CreditLine?

A CreditLine, also known as a line of credit, is a loan that allows you to borrow money and pay it back repeatedly, without having to apply for a new loan each time.

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SLFCU Members Buy Their First Home

When Lesley and Kurtis Caldwell decided they were ready to buy a home, they turned to SLFCU for a quality mortgage and great service.

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New Fixed Rate Mortgages with Low Down Payments

It’s a common misperception that lenders require a down payment of at least 20% of the price of the home.

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Buying a Home: What to Save and How to Get There

There are three things you need to consider when saving for a home: a down payment, closing costs, and insurance and taxes.

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Can You Afford a Home?

Buying a house can be daunting, and it's easy to feel overwhelmed. You probably have many questions: Which neighborhood is right for you? Is an appraisal different from an inspection?

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Home Buying

Applying for a New Mortgage May Trigger Unsolicited Mail

Don’t Be Blindsided by Closing Costs!

Buying a Home? Skip PMI with SLFCU and Save Big

Buying a New Home? SLFCU is With You Every Step of the Way

2023 Spring Real Estate Report

SLFCU’s Mortgage Team Coming to a Branch Near You

Five Reasons to Use a Home Equity CreditLine for Spring Renovations

SLFCU’s 5/5 Adjustable Rate Mortgage

Announcing the Winners of Our Home for the Holidays Photo Contest!

Renting vs. Buying a Home: How Do They Compare?

2022 Fall Real Estate Report

Home Equity CreditLines: What Are They, and What Are Their Benefits?

Ending Soon: Pay No Origination Fees on Home Loans with SLFCU

2022 Spring Real Estate Report: Albuquerque Area and Tri-Valley, California

Find Your Dream Home with HomeAdvantage®

Loans 101

Announcing Our Home Renovation Photo Contest Winner!

Get the Most Out of Your Yard

2021 Spring Real Estate Report: Albuquerque Area and Tri-Valley, California

Home Loans: Record Growth

Fall 2020 Real Estate Report: Albuquerque Area and Tri-Valley, California

Solar Energy for Your Home: Lease or Buy?

Mortgages May Trigger Unsolicited Mail

Spring 2020 Real Estate Report: Albuquerque Area and Tri-Valley, California

First-time Homebuyers Turn to SLFCU

Thinking of Buying a Home? It May be More Affordable Than You Think.

Fall Real Estate Report: Albuquerque Area and Tri-Valley, California

Should You Refinance Your Home Loan?

SLFCU's Home Equity CreditLines Can Save You Money

Spring Real Estate Report: Albuquerque Area and Tri-Valley, California

3 Reasons to Get Pre-approved for an SLFCU Home Loan

SNL Livermore Collaborates with SLFCU on Homebuying Assistance

SLFCU’s 15/15 Adjustable Rate Mortgage

Online Tools for Finding Your Dream Home

Summer Real Estate Report

Save for a Down Payment with Online and Mobile Banking

What is a CreditLine?

SLFCU Members Buy Their First Home

New Fixed Rate Mortgages with Low Down Payments

Buying a Home: What to Save and How to Get There

Can You Afford a Home?