Cornerstone First Financial is happy to announce a partnership with The Mike O’ Meara Show in Washington D.C. The Mike O’Meara Show is a fun mash-up of real life, pop-culture, news of the day, dynamic audio clips, and three guys have a good ole’ time. Listen to The Mike O’ Meara Show every Monday through…
So you want to refinance, but mortgage rates are rising. Don’t worry, you haven’t missed the boat on your refi opportunity. Mortgage rates are still historically low, and they aren’t expected to exceed 5% in 2017, according to many economists and mortgage analysts. Here are eight tips to help you successfully refinance your mortgage as…
ICYMI: Mark Livingstone, President & Owner of Cornerstone First on The John Fredericks Show. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE MARCH 2017 UPDATE Mark Livingstone, President of Cornerstone First Financial, discusses the mortgage market, including rates, mortgage refinance opportunities, reverse mortgages and special VA mortgage loan programs on the John Fredericks Show. The John Fredericks…
The combination of increased longevity and declines in the coverage of defined benefit pension plans means that retired homeowners increasingly risk running out of money because they live too long. Those who have significant equity in a home, however, can reduce or eliminate the risk if they use their equity wisely. This article will compare…
A mortgage rate lock helps protect home buyers from fluctuating mortgage rates as they’re getting ready to buy a home. It locks in the interest rate for a loan for a certain period of time until the buyer makes it to closing. By locking in a rate, buyers will know what to expect and won’t…
Buying a home is now more affordable than renting in most places, but there could be changes on the way. According to the ATTOM Data Solutions 2017 Rental Affordability Report, which analyzed data from 540 counties nationwide, buying a home is the more affordable housing option in 66 percent of the markets, up from 58…
A refinance could cut your monthly mortgage payment, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the right move. Even though rates spiked after the election and may rise further, there are about four million borrowers who will still benefit from refinancing, and of that, two million borrowers could save $200 or more per month by refinancing.…
The first thing most lenders look at when you want to buy a home is your credit history. If you don’t have credit card debt or take out loans, your credit history might be harder to establish. That could make it tough to find a lender who will work with you. But don’t give up,…
Mark Livingstone, President and Owner from Cornerstone First Financial live from the temples of Abu Simbel (أبو سمبل), near Nubia, Egypt. Mark Livingstone from Abu Simbel ( أبو سمبل ) Mark Livingstone from Abu Simbel ( أبو سمبل ) Posted by Cornerstone First Financial on Monday, March 28, 2016
Following the Footsteps of Moses Pastor Lon and Mark Livingstone (descendant of David Livingstone, the missionary to Africa!) share their experience at the base of Queen Hatshepsut's Temple at the Valley of the Kings, Luxor, Egypt. Posted by McLean Bible Church on Monday, March 7, 2016 Pastor Lon and Mark Livingstone (descendant of David…
ICYMI: Mark Livingstone, President & Owner of Cornerstone First appears on the Saturday Morning Update on WMAL with Rick Fowler. About Saturday Morning Update Join nationally-recognized experts with candid commentary and analysis of the latest news stories affecting you and your future. Fox News analyst K.T. McFarland covers the latest developments on national…
Will Originate Home Mortgage and Home Equity Loans in Florida FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: WASHINGTON DC, January 13, 2016 – Following over 15 years of success and achievements as a leading mortgage broker in the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area, Cornerstone First Financial, a Christian owned company providing residential mortgage solutions to individuals and families who…