First Time Homebuyer Basics - Welcome Home

Getting ready to buy a home but not sure what to do first? On this episode of Welcome Home with Peggy and Tat, we walk through the smart first steps to prepare for homeownership. Getting ready to buy a home but not sure what to do first?  Buying a home is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming…

Special Loan Programs - Welcome Home

Dreaming of homeownership but worried about the down payment? On the latest episode of Welcome Home with Peggy and Tat, we’re breaking down special loan programs that could make buying a home more affordable than you think. Learn about FHA loans with as little as 3.5% down, VA loans offering zero d…

Mortgage Pre-Qualification - Welcome Home

Thinking about buying a home but not sure where to start? On the latest episode of Welcome Home with Peggy and Tat, we break down the mortgage process and why getting pre-qualified is one of the smartest first steps you can take. Hear from the team at Hickory Point Bank—one of the few truly local b…

Downpayment Plus Program- Welcome Home

In this episode of Welcome Home, Tat and Peggy talk about Hickory Point Bank's Downpayment Plus (DPP®) Program,in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago. The DPP program provides up to $10,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance for income-eligible homebuyers. Listen to the …