Author Archives: Neena Vlamis

Kiki Calumet Honored As A Market Leader in Forbes

Posted on March 9, 2019 by Neena Vlamis

Image Credit: Five Star Mortgage Awards We are proud to announce that one of A and N Mortgage’s Executive Vice Presidents was honored as market leader by Forbes. Check out the February 2019 issue of Forbes to read the article. … Continue reading →

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7 Dos And Don’ts During The Mortgage Process

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Neena Vlamis

If you’re ready to purchase a home then one of the first considerations you might have to deal with is a mortgage, often known as a home loan. You’ll find many mortgage bankers and mortgage brokers in Chicago that are … Continue reading →

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What Are The Main Documents Signed At Closing?

Posted on February 23, 2019 by Neena Vlamis

For many people, purchasing a home will likely be the most expensive thing they ever do. Because it is such a complicated process it can involve many outside things such as mortgage companies, lenders and even legal representation from lawyers. … Continue reading →

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Your Credit Score – How Does It Actually Work?

Posted on January 31, 2019 by Neena Vlamis

You may have heard of the term credit score before now, but maybe you’re not entirely sure what it means. Did you know that 45% of college students have no idea what their credit score is? It can be quite … Continue reading →

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2019 Best Mortgage Companies to Work For

Posted on January 16, 2019 by Neena Vlamis

Rated #1 for companies with less than 99 employees and #4 overall. A & N Mortgage Services Inc. has been named one of 2019’s Best Mortgage Companies to Work for. This program was created by National Mortgage News and Best Companies … Continue reading →

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Should You Refinance Or Get A Home Equity Line Of Credit?

Posted on December 29, 2018 by Neena Vlamis

  If you are looking to make some improvements to your home, but you don’t want to dip into your personal savings, there are some options for you to consider. You might want to consider refinancing your mortgage or taking … Continue reading →

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Conforming Loan Limits For Mortgages Will Increase In 2019

Posted on December 27, 2018 by Neena Vlamis

This is the third year running that the Federal Housing Finance Agency has elected to increase the maximum conforming loan limit on mortgages. The maximum conforming loan limits on mortgages acquired by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac did not previously … Continue reading →

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2019 Housing Market Report: An Insight

Posted on December 20, 2018 by Neena Vlamis

The US economy seems in good shape right now. A variety of indicators from manufacturing output to consumer confidence indicates that, despite being more than nine years old, the current expansion is expected to continue, at least until 2020. What … Continue reading →

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14 Mortgage Blunders Home Buyers Make

Posted on December 19, 2018 by Neena Vlamis

Mortgages are complicated financial products, especially for folks with little experience in borrowing or dealing with banks. As a result, home buyers often make big mistakes that end up costing them big money over the life of their mortgage. To … Continue reading →

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The Homebuyer’s Moving Checklist

Posted on December 14, 2018 by Neena Vlamis

Moving can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. The entire process can run smoothly from start to finish with some thoughtful foresight and planning. Once approval from the mortgage lender is received and a new home is purchased, … Continue reading →

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