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If you are a first time home buyer in State College, you will want to read our Q&A to learn everything you need to know about buying a home. 

State College's mortgage resource guide touches on everything you need to know when getting a new mortgage or refinancing the one you've already got. 

First time homebuyers throughout Pennsylvania will benefit from reading this step by step guide to becoming a first time home owner. 

Don't fall for the myths! Check out our mortgage myth buster guide to separate fact from fiction. Get on the road to home ownership by learning the truth about home mortgages. 

Low down payment mortgage options abound - if you know where to look. We explore the low down payment mortgages available, as well as the details of each. Is a low down payment mortgage right for you? Read and find out!

FHA, VA, USDA, Conventional - which mortgage is right for you? Take our comparison guide for a spin to get the low down on the differences between mortgage types, and which one works best for you. 

If you are considering getting a mortgage in State College, you should read our mortgage self-assessment guide first. 

You've got mortgage questions - and we've got answers! Check out our list of frequently asked mortgage questions, with answers from State College mortgage broker D. Shane Whitteker. 

One time close construction loans can be a good way to save time and money when buying land and building a home. This loan cuts the number of times you'll need to go through a closing. 

A VA mortgage loan can be a very favorable way to secure a home loan. Read more to learn tips about how to utilize a VA loan to buy or refinance your home.