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Tax Credit Extended Through April 2010

The Worker, Homeownership, and Business Assistance Act of 2009 has extended the tax credit through April 30, 2010.

  • Qualified first-time home buyers can receive a $8,000 first-time home buyers credit when a principal residence is purchased. Your first home may be closer than you think!
  • Current homeowners purchasing a new home can receive a tax credit up to $6,500.
    • Eligible home buyers must have owned or resided in a home for at least five
      consecutive years of the eight prior years
    • Must be purchasing a principal residence.

San Mateo Credit Union has the mortgage product to fit your needs. Click here to apply today. Or, for additional information, contact your local Real Estate specialist at 650-363-1799.   

For more information on income limits and frequently asked questions, visit http://www.federalhousingtaxcredit.com/



Mortgages

Whether you've just made an offer on your dream home, want to check today's rates, compare a 2nd mortgage to a HELOC or are just wondering what title insurance is, we're ready to help. We're dedicated to making the home loan experience a positive one and minimizing the hassle and stress of buying a home or re-financing an existing one. An important part of that commitment is giving you the information you want and the resources you need. That's why we've put it all in one place: here. It's all ready whenever you are—so pick a topic. And welcome home.

First Mortgages

SMCU offers a variaty of mortgage solutions to fit your needs. Interested in purchasing or refinancing a home? Check out our Financial Education Article titled "Before Buying Your First House" in our Financial Education area.

Which loan is right for you?
Not sure what type of loan is right for you? Read our article on Evaluating Mortgage Types.

Want to tap into your homes equity to remodel a kitchen or bathroom? Maybe you want to do some landscaping, consolidate bills to a lower interest rate or take a nice vacation and relax. Click here for information on Home Equity Loans and Home Equity Lines of Credit.

Find out how a Reverse Mortgage can help you enjoy your retirement by using the equity in your home. Click here for information on Reverse Mortgages.

Call our Real Estate Specialists today, at (650) 363-1799, to find out how we can help you.

SMCU Mortgage Products Resources Tools
Fixed Rate Loans Mortgage Financial Education Apply Now
Adjustable Rate Mortgages Definitions Mortgage Rates
Reverse Mortgages Before Buying Your First House Calculators

Get Today's Rates.

Ready to apply?
Convinced that the time for a home loan is now? Apply online, call us at (650) 363-1799 or visit a branch.

Learn more
Want to find out more about the entire home loan process? Learn how to get started.

Try our calculators
Our online tools can make planning your home purchase quicker and easier. Click here now.

Home Equity Loan

Remodel, travel, learn, build—just about anything is possible!
  • Quick credit pre-approval. Apply online!
    • No Points¹, No Fees¹.
    Limited time offer.
  • A fixed interest rate gives you surprise-free monthly payments
  • Closing costs may be paid for by SMCU
  • Interest may be tax deductible (please consult a tax advisor)

Have questions?
Call a Real Estate Specialist at (650) 363-1799—we're happy to answer any questions you have.

Prefer to unlock your home equity with the flexibility and convenience of a credit card? Learn more about our Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC).

Home Equity Loan details:

No matter what your dreams, SMCU's Home Equity Loan is a smart way to get cash. You've worked hard to increase your home's equity, so why not take advantage of it?

The amount of money you can borrow is based on a number of factors, such as the available equity in your home, your credit history and the type of property you own. Choose from a variety of rates and terms to get the loan that's right for you.

Why a Home Equity Loan?

  • Debt consolidation—use your equity to pay off higher-interest bills.
  • Home purchase—use the equity in one home to purchase another.
  • Emergencies—help with sudden medical bills or other types of emergencies.
  • Education—pay for education, including college, graduate or technical schools.
  • Home improvement—remodel your kitchen, put in a swimming pool or even build an addition on your house.

Unsure if a Home Equity Loan is right for you? See a comparison of our Home Equity Loans and Home Equity Lines of Credit. Or check out our Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) options.

Want to find out more?
Try our handy Tools & Calculators.

1 Up to $100,000

Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)

Benefits

  • Apply Today. Apply online!
  • Possible tax advantages
  • A HELOC is a good choice if you want to have money available for both current and future needs
  • Access funds through line of credit checks or advances
  • Closing costs may be paid for by SMCU

HELOC details:

SMCUs Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) gives you the flexibility and convenience of a credit card.

  • It's a revolving line of credit, with a variable interest rate, based on the available equity in your home and other qualifying criteria.
  • Maximum loan amount $200,000.
  • A HELOC is a good choice if you want to have money available for both current and future needs.
  • Combined Loan-to-values (CLTV) to 70%.
  • First 10 years to draw on line of credit, then 15 years to repay loan.

Have questions?
Call a Real Estate Specialist at (650) 363-1799 or visit a branch near you—we're happy to answer any questions you have.

Ready to apply?
Click here to apply now.

Unsure if a HELOC is right for you?
See a detailed comparison of our Home Equity Lines of Credit and Home Equity Loans.

Investment Properties

Non-Owner Occupied/Investment Property First Mortgage Loans

This loan is right for you if you are purchasing or refinancing an investment property. With our non-owner occupied loan, you may be able to lower your interest rate and monthly payment on your investment property.

Our non-owner occupied loan offers:

  • Financing on one to four unit dwellings
  • Cash out refinances and purchases up to 65% Loan to Value
  • Loan amounts to $2,000,000
  • 3/1 and 5/1 Adjustable Rate Mortgages (ARM)
  • Zero Points

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Rates and terms subject to change without notice. Additional conditions may apply.