About Monica Guerra

Monica Guerra is a Marketing Content Specialist specializing in planning and writing content centered around home buying and the mortgage industry. She has a B.S in Marketing from Salisbury University and served as an ambassador for the Perdue School of Business's sales program. Connect with her on LinkedIn here: @linkedin.com/in/monica-guerra-
19 09, 2023

South Carolina First Time Homebuyer Assistance Programs

2024-02-20T11:38:15-05:00September 19th, 2023|Mortgage|

First Time Home Buyer Loan Programs in South Carolina The South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority offers first time homebuyer programs designed to assist low-to-moderate-income families and individuals. These programs provide competitive fixed-interest-rate mortgage loans and, when available, [...]

12 09, 2023

Is Debt Consolidation Refinance Right for You? Make an Informed Choice

2024-02-20T12:54:13-05:00September 12th, 2023|Mortgage|

The most recent Federal Reserve report has highlighted a concerning reality: outstanding credit card debt hit $1.03 trillion in the second quarter. To put this in perspective, that's like writing a check for a jaw-dropping $1,030,000,000,000! With credit card debt [...]

5 09, 2023

Your Mortgage Application Denied? Here’s What You Can Do

2023-11-21T13:38:57-05:00September 5th, 2023|Mortgage|

Being denied a mortgage from your lender can be discouraging. However, don't give up on your dream of owning a home or refinancing. Instead, empower yourself with knowledge and take strategic steps to turn this situation around. In this comprehensive guide, [...]

30 08, 2023

Congratulations to Our 2022 Top 1% Mortgage Originators in the USA

2024-04-23T13:10:32-05:00August 30th, 2023|DML Culture|

Mortgage Executive Magazine has unveiled its exclusive lineup: the top 1% mortgage originators in the USA for 2022. To secure a spot on this prestigious list, individuals must have achieved a minimum personal production of $30 million. This recognition aims [...]

25 08, 2023

MVV of the Quarter: Michelle Westervelt

2024-04-23T13:11:05-05:00August 25th, 2023|Community, DML Culture|

Please help us congratulate our Encompass Administrator, Michelle Westervelt, for being awarded our 2023 Q2 Mission, Vision, and Values (MVV) winner. Direct Mortgage Loans’ MVV award recognizes and highlights the individuals that truly embody the mission, vision and core values of [...]

22 08, 2023

Home Equity Loans for Debt Consolidation: A Smarter Path to Financial Freedom

2023-08-21T08:58:19-05:00August 22nd, 2023|Mortgage|

What is a home equity loan?  A home equity loan allows you to use the equity in your home as collateral. If you've owned your home for some time, you may have additional equity, enabling you to borrow against it [...]

17 08, 2023

Private Mortgage Insurance vs. Lender Paid Mortgage Insurance: Understanding the Key Differences

2023-11-22T15:55:34-05:00August 17th, 2023|Mortgage|

Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) When it comes to conventional loans with low down payments, Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) often comes into play. This insurance serves as a safeguard for lenders, allowing them to provide financing for buyers with down payments below [...]

16 08, 2023

Highlights From The 2023 FOP Biennial National Conference & Expo

2024-04-23T13:13:58-05:00August 16th, 2023|FOP|

Direct Mortgage Loans had the privilege of attending the 2023 FOP Biennial National Conference & Expo in Las Vegas, NV. This event for the FOP, known as the largest and oldest law enforcement labor organization in the United States, was [...]

11 08, 2023

Volunteer of the Quarter: Sam Martin

2023-08-11T13:21:03-05:00August 11th, 2023|DML Culture|

Direct Mortgage Loans has awarded Technical Administrator, Sam Martin, Volunteer of the Quarter. This award is presented to one volunteer each quarter during our monthly recognition meeting, to celebrate those who have gone above and beyond in their community!  Throughout [...]

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