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Conventional Loans

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Attentive and friendly service from start to finish.

  • Competitive fixed rates
  • Variety of fixed rate terms available
  • As little as 3% down payment (*income limitations apply) plus closing costs
  • Refinance can save you in the long run by lowering your interest rate and shortening the loan term
  • Refinance to take advantage of equity to do renovations, consolidate debt or other immediate cash needs
  • No prepayment penalties
  • Local underwriting and servicing

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First Time Home Buyers

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Are you a first time home buyer? Not so perfect credit score? Little money for down payment?

  • USDA/Rural Housing Loan
    • Income and property limitation apply
    • Opportunity to purchase your home with 100% financing, no money down payment
    • Applicant is responsible for closing costs
    • Seller can contribute towards closing costs
  • Conventional 3% Down Payment
    • Income limitations apply
    • If both borrowers are first time home buyers, at least one borrower is required to take online home buyer education classes.
  • Grant Programs (when available)
    • Income limitations apply
    • Must complete online home buyer education class
    • Up to $15,000 used towards down payment and closing costs

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Vacation/Second Homes

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  • Competitive fixed rates
  • Variety of fixed rate terms available
  • Refinance can save you in the long run by lowering your interest rate and shortening the loan term
  • Refinance to take advantage of equity to do renovations, consolidate debt or other immediate cash needs
  • No prepayment penalties
  • Local underwriting and servicing

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Bridge (Equity) Loans

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  • Temporary loan to buy one home using the equity of another until the first home is sold
  • Offers an initial period of interest only payments
  • You can receive a single advance of funds up to 85% of the value of your home
  • Minimal closing costs

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Bare Land Loans

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Need financing to buy a plot of land with plans to build in the future?

  • Convenient loan to purchase land through fixed or adjustable rate loans

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Why Choose Us?

  • Competitive Rates & Flexible Terms – We offer a variety of mortgage loan options with competitive interest rates and flexible repayment terms to fit your unique financial goals. Whether you’re buying your first home, refinancing, or building from the ground up, you’ll find smart, local solutions across Albert Lea, Hartland, and all of southern Minnesota.
  • Streamlined Application – Our mortgage application process is designed to be fast, simple, and hassle-free. From pre-qualification to closing, we make it easy to move forward with confidence and clarity.
  • Local, Personalized Service – As a community-focused bank, we take pride in providing personalized service tailored to your financial goals. Our knowledgeable team members are based right here in Minnesota, and we’re committed to guiding you every step of the way–from application to handing over the keys!

Meet our Mortgage Team

 

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Susie Miller

Vice President,   Senior Mortgage Lender

NMLS#2137037

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Katlin Peterson

Mortgage Loan Processor/Analyst

NMLS#2037309

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Angie Voigt

Senior Mortgage Analyst/Underwriter

NMLS#2042407

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Jaden Atz

Mortgage Servicing Specialist

NMLS#1700998