Moving "Home Sweet Home" Forward
Buying a home is one of the most important purchases you will make. Our mortgage loan originators simplify the process, guiding you from application to closing. Whether you’re gathering information or ready to lock in a rate, we have a mortgage option for you.
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Mortgage pre-approval lets you shop smarter and make stronger offers in a competitive market, especially if you're a first-time homebuyer.
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Mortgage Calculators and Resources
From deciding how much home you can afford to estimating closing costs, we have the tools you need to make informed decisions about what loan is right for you.
*Mortgage Loan Payment Breakdowns
- A fixed-rate loan of $200,000 for 15 years at a rate of 6.250% and 6.360% APR will have a monthly payment of $1,714.85.
- A fixed-rate loan of $200,000 for 20 years at a rate of 6.375% and 6.463% APR will have a monthly payment of $1,476.46.
- A fixed-rate loan of $200,000 for 30 years at a rate of 6.625% and 6.693% APR will have a monthly payment of $1,280.62
- A fixed-rate loan of $75,000 for 5 years at a rate of 5.320% and 6.072% APR will have a monthly payment of $1,426.36.
- A fixed-rate loan of $75,000 for 8 years at a rate of 5.070% and 5.558% APR will have a monthly payment of $952.00
- A fixed-rate loan of $75,000 for 12 years at a rate of 5.030% and 5.369% APR will have a monthly payment of $694.80.
Loan Amount $200,000, Term: 30-years
- Years 1-10 with at a rate of 5.280% and 5.378% APR will have a monthly payment of $1,108.13
- Years 11-30 with a maximum rate of 10.280% and 10.413% APR will have a monthly payment of $1,796.66.*
*Our Adjustable Rate Mortgages have a fixed interest rate for the first 10-years and a variable rate that adjusts once a year starting at year 11. Your Annual Percentage Rate (APR) may increase after the original fixed-rate period.
- A fixed-rate loan of $50,0000 for 5 years at a rate of 6.320% and 6.320% APR will have a month payment of $974.10.
- A fixed-rate loan of $50,000 for 8 years at a rate of 6.070% and 6.07% APR will have a monthly payment of $658.78.
- A fixed-rate loan of $50,000 for 12 years at a rate of 6.030% and 6.030% APR will have a monthly payment of $488.70.
My Gulf Winds loan officer made a point to help find financial help for my situation. She wouldn’t stop until she found a loan to fit my life.Kevin R.
Financial Learning Center
Mortgages
A mortgage is a loan that can allow you to buy a home, and you pay it back over many years with interest. Learn the basics about this type of loan before you make one of the biggest purchases of your life.
Gulf Winds Credit Union NMLS #414456
1 - Eligible veterans, reservists, and Active Duty personnel and their eligible spouses with suitable credit, sufficient income and a valid Certificate of Eligibility (COE) can take advantage of 100% financing options with a VA Mortgage, guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs. A funding fee is required at closing. The fee is higher with a zero-down payment, and maximum loan limits vary by county. If a down payment of 5% or more is made, the fee is reduced. The VA funding fee is non-refundable. Ask for details about eligibility, documentation and other requirements. The property must be occupied by the veteran as their primary residence.
2 - Available on primary residences only. Certain property types are ineligible. Borrower(s) must not have an individual or joint ownership interest in any other residential property at time of closing. Homebuyer education may be required. Restrictions apply regarding co-borrowers. Maximum income and loan amount limits apply.
3 - Home Owners Insurance is required. Flood and Wind Insurance may be required, when applicable. Exclusions and limitations apply. Gulf Winds agrees to pay closing costs on new HELOANs and HELOCS with the exception of appraisal fees, title insurance, and any fees associated with Home Owner's Association. Closing costs can range from $150 to $1500. If the loan is paid off and closed in less than three years of the loan origination date, all closing costs paid by Gulf Winds Credit Union will require reimbursement. Closing costs depend on the location of the property, property type, and the amount of the Equity Loan. Consult your tax advisor about possible tax benefits. Owner-occupied property only and Gulf Winds Credit Union must be in a valid first or second lien position. Refer to HELOAN or HELOC application or ask your Mortgage Loan Officer for complete details. This offer may be withdrawn at any time.
4 - Our Adjustable Rate Mortgages have a fixed rate for the first 10-years and a variable rate that adjusts once a year for the final 20-years, starting at year 11. Your Annual Percentage Rate (APR) may increase after the original fixed-rate period. The First Adjusted Payments displayed are based on the current Constant Maturity Treasury (CMT) index, plus the margin (fully indexed rate) as of the stated effective date rounded to nearest 1/8th of one percent.