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How to Use Your Home Equity Without Giving Up Your First Mortgage Rate
Many homeowners are holding two valuable things at once: a lot of home equity and a first mortgage rate they'd rather...
Rates Are Up, But It’s a Buyer’s Market.
Mortgage rates are higher than most people would like, so you might think now is a bad time to buy. But rates are only...
ARM vs Fixed Rate Mortgage
Mortgage rates just jumped to 7.12% on the standard 30-year fixed loan — the highest they've been since 2024. That...
SmartRefi: A Faster, Lower-Cost Way to Refinance
Rates have been anything but predictable lately, and that's left a lot of homeowners wondering whether refinancing...
How SNMC Is Growing With Polly
SecurityNational Mortgage is a publicly traded company, and public companies are expected to grow. To scale. To keep...
The Non-Traditional Buyer’s Guide: More Ways to Own Than You Think
For a lot of people, the dream of homeownership has started to feel less like a goal and more like a moving target....
A Big Housing Bill Just Got Bipartisan Support — Here’s What It Means for You
If you've been house hunting lately, you already know the frustration, not enough homes, stiff competition, and...
Mortgage Myths Most People Get Wrong
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make — and yet some of the most common beliefs...
SNhome™: SNMC’s Exclusive Down Payment Assistance Program, Explained
For many would-be homebuyers, the down payment is the wall. Not the credit score, not the income, not the monthly...
Introducing SNEquity: A Smarter Way to Access Your Home’s Equity
For many homeowners and real estate investors, home equity represents one of the most underutilized financial assets...
Housing for the 21st Century Act
A Comprehensive Look at H.R.6644 and Its Impact on America's Housing FutureAt SecurityNational Mortgage Company, we're...
5 Tax Season Mistakes Homeowners (and Future Homeowners) Make Every Year
Tax season is here, and whether you're gathering W-2s or waiting on that refund, it's the perfect time to think about...
The Down Payment Challenge: How SNclose™ May Help First-Time Buyers
You've been doing everything right. You've saved what you can. You've checked your credit. You've scrolled through...
The Gift That Keeps on Giving: How Gift Funds Can Help You Get Into Your New Home
The holiday season is all about giving—and receiving. While visions of wrapped presents under the tree might be...
Is a 50-Year Mortgage a Good Idea? Trump’s Mortgage Plan
Is a 50-Year Mortgage a Good Idea? Understanding the Concept.With recent discussions around housing affordability and...
Why the Holidays Are the Right Time for a Mortgage Checkup
The holiday season is a time for celebration, reflection, and planning ahead—but it’s also one of the most expensive...
Is Your Mortgage Still the Right Fit for You?
Your mortgage is one of the most significant financial commitments you’ll make in your lifetime. As your life...
Unlock Your Home’s Value with a Cash-Out Refinance
Are you looking for a way to access the equity in your home to fund important projects or expenses? A cash-out...
Fannie Mae’s New ADU Income Rules Explained
Understanding Fannie Mae's New Update on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)Fannie Mae has recently made an important...
When Life Happens, Your Home Equity is Your Best Friend
Life is full of surprises—some delightful, like a new puppy, and some, well, let’s just say less than ideal. Whether...
Celebrating 60 Years & Ringing in a New Chapter with NASDAQ
We believe every milestone matters, especially when it’s 60 years of service and growth. That’s why our parent...
The “Credit Card You Didn’t Know You Had”: How a HELOC Works
If you own a home, you’ve probably heard of a HELOC, or Home Equity Line of Credit. But do you know what it can really...
Surprising Reasons People Refinance Their Mortgage Beyond Lowering Their Rate
When most homeowners think about refinancing their mortgage, the first thing that comes to mind is securing a lower...
Why You Shouldn’t Wait for Fed Rate Cuts
If you’ve been holding off on buying a home because you’re waiting for the Federal Reserve to cut rates, it’s time to...
How to Not be House Poor
We've all heard the term "house poor," but what does it truly mean? Being "house poor" refers to a situation where the...
Unlocking the Potential of Your Home Equity
In today's financial landscape, understanding the equity in your home can be a game-changer. With rising credit card...
Back to School Season: Smart Mortgage Moves for Every Stage of Life
As summer winds down and the back-to-school season kicks in, many families are thinking about education, new...
NPS Score: Q1 & Q2 2025
We are thrilled to announce that our Net Promoter Score (NPS) for the first half of 2025 is an outstanding 84! This...
The Bridge Loan Dilemma: What You Need to Know (And Why There’s a Better Option)
If you've found your dream home but haven't sold your current one, you might have heard about bridge loans. Let's...
Building Generational Wealth: Why Homeownership Matters for the Future
In today’s fast-paced world, where apps can deliver dinner in minutes and markets swing by the hour, one investment...
What is a Mortgage Affordability Calculator?
In the world of home buying, understanding your financial limits is crucial. Enter the mortgage affordability...
The Real Truth About Homeownership: Why It’s Worth the Journey
As a mortgage lender, we've helped countless families achieve their dreams of homeownership. We understand that owning...
Pet-Friendly Homebuying: Embrace Spring and Celebrate National Pet Month
As spring arrives, the housing market comes alive with activity! With the vibrant season of renewal upon us, it’s the...
Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal This Spring: Essential Tips for a Fresh Look
As the days grow longer and nature bursts into color, spring is the perfect time to enhance your home’s curb appeal....
Refinancing? Save Up to $4,000 with SmartRefi!
Are you looking to refinance your mortgage? At SecurityNational Mortgage Company (SNMC), we’re offering SmartRefi, a...
Maximizing Your Tax Return: A Smart Step Towards Homeownership
As tax season comes to a close, many of us find ourselves with a little extra cash in our pockets. If you've received...
The Tax Benefits of Homeownership
Homeownership is often considered a significant milestone in one's life. Not only does it provide a sense of security...
60 Years of Security National Success
As part of the Security National family of companies, we at SecurityNational Mortgage Company (SNMC) are thrilled to...
The Great Work Debate: In-Office Mandates vs. Remote Work
As companies across the nation redefine their workplace policies, employees are facing a new set of challenges. Recent...
SecurityNational Mortgage Company Recognized as Scotsman Guide Top Workplace 2024
Building a Stronger Future Together We are thrilled to announce that SecurityNational Mortgage Company has been...
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Journey to Home Ownership
Discover the keys to successful home ownership in our comprehensive blog post. From understanding mortgage options to navigating paperwork and closing, gain valuable insights and expert tips to make your journey smooth.
Community Partnership Benefits All
By Mikel FrederickJune Metro Volunteer Program (MVP) Newsletter Las Vegas, NV — At the height of the Covid-19...
Leading the pack among mortgage lenders
While other mortgage lenders struggle to keep pace, SecurityNational Mortgage Company continues to lead our clients to...
The difference between forbearance and forgiveness
Forbearance is when a lender agrees to let a borrower postpone payments until a later date. The payments are not...
Know the different mortgage relief options
Know the different mortgage relief options so you can make the best choice. Forbearance This is the plan everyone is...
The fed cut interest rates to zero. Here’s what it means for mortgages.
Falling mortgage rates will likely hit a floor, Here's why. The Federal Reserve has taken emergency action to cut...
Who’s who in the mortgage process
Helpful Articles > First-time homebuyersHere is a list of some of the people you will become familiar with...
Mortgage do’s and don’ts
Helpful Articles > First-time homebuyersDo's Don'ts Looking to buy your first home?When considering the purchase of...
Common loan documents needed prior to closing your loan
Helpful Articles > First-time homebuyers*SecurityNational Mortgage Company does not require income documentation to...