Mortgage
Affordable Mortgage Options
Building, buying, or refinancing your home can be an overwhelming process. That’s why we do everything we can to make it simple. We know every situation can be different, so we invite you to tell us your story, so we can find the best loan for you!
30-Year Fixed
as low as
7.375%
Knowledgeable Local
Mortgage Lenders
Apply Online
Anywhere 24/7
Loan Types To
Fit Your Needs
Home Loan Types
Conventional
Loan
A standard home mortgage loan for any qualifying borrower.
Details
- Choose a term that's best for you (up to 30 years)
- Down payments as low as 3%*
- No prepayment penalties
Buyers who can afford to make a down payment of at least 20 percent are not required to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI). Buyers who put less than 20 percent down must have PMI.
Best For
Buyers who have a solid credit score and little debt. This is also the ideal mortgage for borrowers who can afford to make a larger down payment to avoid paying PMI.
Portfolio
Loan
A flexible loan for members who don’t fit into a traditional box.
Details
- Loan held in-house to allow for creative solutions
- One-on-one help from a mortgage expert
- No Prepayment Penalties
Best For
Buyers who need a little extra help meeting requirements due to low credit score or high debt-to-income ratio. Also a good option for borrowers who might not be able to provide certain documentation.
Jumbo
Loan
Considered a non-conforming loan, it exceeds the dollar amount loan-servicing limits put in place by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae.
Details
- As of 2023, the conforming limit is $726,200 in most of the U.S.
- Conforming limit is higher in counties with higher home prices
- Check your area’s loan limits using the Federal Housing Finance Agency tool
Best For
Buyers who are considering buying a home that costs more than the conforming limit. Ideally, jumbo loan borrowers have a good credit score and debt-to-income ratio, and can provide supporting documentation.
FHA
Loan
A mortgage loan insured by the Federal Housing Administration.
Details
- Flexible application guidelines
- Process is more forgiving of past credit mistakes
- Down payment will likely be less than a conventional loan
Best For
First-time homebuyers who may not have saved enough for a large down payment. Also an option for borrowers who have suffered from previous bankruptcy, foreclosure, or other credit issues.
S.T.A.R.
Mortgage*
Serving The American Responders –
A loan built for first responders.
Details
- $500 off closing costs
-
Flexible terms
- 15 or 30-year Fixed, 5.5-year Balloon
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Two financing options:
- 0% Down, No PMI
- 3% Down With PMI, Lower Interest Rate
- Police Officers
- Firefighters
- EMTs
- Nurses
- All Certified Medical Professionals (X-Ray Techs, Phlebotomists, Respiratory Therapists, etc.)
- Active Duty Military & Veterans
- National Guard / Reserves
- Educators
- Clergy
Physicians
Mortgage*
A loan specifically for professionals in the medical field.
Details
- New purchases & refinances eligible
- Fixed & Balloon flexible terms
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Three financing options:
- 0% Down, Zero PMI, for purchases up to $775K
- 5% Down, Zero PMI, for purchases $775K - $1.25M
- 10% Down, Zero PMI, for purchases $1.25M - $1.5M
- Residents, Interns, Fellows
- Doctors of Medicine (MD)
- Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- Doctors of Dental Medicine (DMD)
- Doctors of Dental Surgery (DDS)
- Optometrists (OD)
- Podiatrists (DPM)
- Pharmacists (PharmD)
- Chiropractors (DC)
- Veterinarians
USDA /
RD Loan
A government-backed mortgage loan for rural homebuyers.
Details
- Flexible down payment options
- USDA credit qualifications are less rigid
- Low rates
Best For
Low-to-moderate income borrowers who don’t qualify for a traditional mortgage loan, and are able to meet specific geographic and income qualifications.
Vacant Lot &
Land Loan
A loan used to finance the purchase of a plot of land.
Details
- Up to 80% financing available
- Flexible terms
- Proper financial & land documentation required
Best For
Buyers wanting to purchase a vacant lot, or piece of undeveloped land to build on. Also an option for commercial business purposes.
Construction
Loan
A short-term loan used to finance the construction of a home.
Details
- Down payments as low as 5%
- Construction terms up to 12 months
- One approval process & one set of closing costs
- Interest-only payments during construction
Best For
Buyers wanting to build their dream home, or take on a large real estate improvement project.
Need Help?
Buying a house is a big decision, and everyone’s situation is different. When you finance your home at Honor, you won’t have to do any guessing when it comes to choosing a loan. We strongly recommend you reach out to our team of expert mortgage lenders, tell them your story, and let them build the right solution for you!
STAR Mortgage: Offer valid only for borrowers who present proof of American Responder employment as defined above. Offer valid on purchases of primary residences only. Escrow of taxes and insurance(s) required. Loan types not eligible include: jumbo, construction, manufactured, second homes, investment properties and multi-units. Subject to credit approval. Rates, terms and conditions subject to change and may vary based on credit worthiness, qualifications and collateral conditions. Offer cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotions. Equal Housing Opportunity. Insured By NCUA.
Physicians Mortgage: Offer valid only for borrowers who present proof of employment as defined above. Offer valid on purchases or cash out refinances of primary residences only, including new construction. Escrow and taxes of insurance required for loans over 80% LTV. Minimum credit score of 676 required to qualify for 0% down. Loan types not eligible include manufactured homes, second homes, investment properties and multi-units. Cash out refinances eligible for maximum LTV of 80% and cash out amount of $200K. Subject to credit approval. Rates, terms and conditions subject to change and may vary based on credit worthiness, qualifications and collateral conditions. Offer cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotions. Equal Housing Opportunity. Insured By NCUA.
Mortgage Calculators
Our mortgage calculators can help give you a better understanding of what your potential payment might be if you were to purchase a home, or how much you could save if you increased your monthly payment on the home you’re already in, or to determine if refinancing makes sense for you.
Payment Calculator
Payoff Calculator
Refinance Calculator
Midwest Loans Login
If your mortgage is serviced by Midwest Loans, you can access your secure account by clicking the button below.
Home Equity Loans
Home equity loans are great low interest ways to finance projects using the equity you’ve built in your home.
Down Payment Assistance
We understand you might feel pressure to save up enough money for a mortgage down payment. But, we are working with Freddie Mac to provide an exciting solution for qualifying buyers! With MatchUpSM, an All For HomeSM solution, we’ll help you automate a mortgage savings plan to keep you on a steady savings path towards purchasing your new home, provide access to HUD-approved homebuyer counseling*, and establish a savings match up to $2,500 to be used towards down payment or closing costs.
Get Started
For more details, and to see if you qualify, simply give us a call at 800.442.2800
The MatchUp Journey
After you complete an eligibility assessment and you are approved for the program**, you’ll have access to the EarnUp online savings platform to set up your automated savings plan. Here’s how it works.
Establish Program Eligibility
- Available to households whose total gross qualifying income is less than or equal to 80% of the county area median income (AMI)
- Program only eligible for house purchases within the state of Michigan
Homebuyer Counseling
- Pre-purchase homebuyer counseling required*
- Professional, HUD-certified counselors offer expertise and insights
- Establish your savings goal
- Develop budget and action plan to get you mortgage-ready
Manage Your Savings Plan
- Make consecutive deposits into a free online savings account for a minimum of six (6) months
- Reach your savings goal
Purchase Your New Home
- Bring your accumulated savings to close in an appropriate, predetermined format
- Honor Credit Union provides funds at closing
1. Establish Program Eligibility
- Available to households whose total gross qualifying income is less than or equal to 80% of the county area median income (AMI)
- Program only eligible for house purchases within the state of Michigan
2. Homebuyer Counseling
- Pre-purchase homebuyer counseling required*
- Professional, HUD-certified counselors offer expertise and insights
- Establish your savings goal
- Develop budget and action plan to get you mortgage-ready
3. Manage Your Savings Plan
- Make consecutive deposits into a free online savings account for a minimum of six (6) months
- Reach your savings goal
4. Purchase Your New Home
- Bring your accumulated savings to close in an appropriate, predetermined format
- Honor Credit Union provides funds at closing
Your Contribution
Savings Match^
$1,250+
$2,500
$1,000 to $1,249.99
$2,000
$750 to $999.99
$1,500
$500 to $749.99
$1,000
*Homebuyer counseling is required. Borrower is responsible for the $99 homebuyer counseling fee.
**Borrower(s) whose qualifying income is less than or equal to 80% of county AMI can take advantage of this program. Funds can be used towards your down payment or closing costs.
^Honor Credit Union provides funds at closing
Meet Our Mortgage Team
Our team of mortgage lending experts across the state of Michigan are ready to guide you through the entire home buying experience, from pre-approval to closing. Come tell us your story. We look forward to helping you!
Our local mortgage lending experts know your community because they live and work there
Your mortgage lender will be with you through the entire process, from pre-approval to closing
Our team can give you helpful payment info and other insight about the process
Tell our team your story. We're sure to have a solution to fit your needs, and your budget
Mortgage Resources
We want to make sure your home buying experience is as easy as possible. We’ve dedicated a section of our blog to mortgage and home buying topics. We hope you find them helpful. If you have questions, reach out to our Mortgage Team or give us a call at 800.442.2800.
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Frequently Asked Mortgage Questions
Getting pre-approved is easy! You can simply apply online 24/7. You can also contact a local Honor mortgage lender to set up an appointment. One of the advantages of working with Honor Credit Union for your home loan is the comfort you will feel knowing you can contact your lender directly or stop by his or her office anytime you have questions. Another advantage is that our lenders live in the markets they serve, and all decisions are made locally.
Once your offer to purchase a home has been accepted and signed, you are ready to meet with your lender to turn your pre-approval into a loan application. Please download the document below for a checklist of items that must be provided to your lender in order for them to lock in your interest rate and process your application in a timely manner.
Yes! In fact, applying to get pre-approved for a home mortgage loan is the FIRST thing you should do before you begin your search for the perfect home.
During this process, your lender will provide guidance on the best loan option to fit your situation along with an approved loan amount. Your lender will also give you a pre-approval letter, which signifies that you are a qualified buyer. You can share this letter with your realtor to include with your offer to purchase a home. Not only will your pre-approval letter add more weight to any offers you submit, but it will also guide your home search.
Mortgage interest rates fluctuate based on a variety of factors, including inflation, the pace of economic growth, and Federal Reserve policy.
Over time, inflation has the largest influence on the level of interest rates. A modest rate of inflation will almost always lead to low interest rates, while concerns about rising inflation normally cause interest rates to increase. Our nation’s central bank, the Federal Reserve, implements policies designed to keep inflation and interest rates relatively low and stable.
Private Mortgage Insurance, also called PMI, is a type of mortgage insurance you might be required to pay for if you have a conventional loan. Like other kinds of mortgage insurance, PMI protects the lender if you stop making payments on your loan.
PMI is usually required when you have a conventional loan and make a down payment of less than 20 percent of the home’s purchase price. If you’re refinancing with a conventional loan and your equity is less than 20 percent of the value of your home, PMI is also usually required.
An escrow account is where funds are held by the lender to make payments for your homeowners’ insurance and property taxes. Lenders will collect those funds monthly along with your loan payment and then pay the tax and insurance bills when they are due. Generally, the funds are included in your total monthly payment. Since the price of property taxes and insurances can fluctuate, so can the amount needed for your escrow account to cover those bills. Sometimes this can change your required monthly payment.
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*APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Your rate may be different depending on your credit profile and home value. Rates are subject to change without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.
