Home Mortgage Loans

Find the right mortgage to purchase or refinance a home

When you're ready to make your next move, we're here to help

There's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to the perfect house, and the same goes for your mortgage. Our mortgage bankers will work closely with you to understand your unique situation and help your family get into a new home.

Adjustable-Rate Mortgages

Make lower payments now and stay protected from high rates later with this type of mortgage loan.

  • Lower initial monthly payment
  • Lower initial interest rate
  • Rate ceilings protect you from major swings
  • 5-, 7- and 10-year fixed terms available

Fixed-Rate Mortgages

Ensure your monthly payments and interest rate don't change with a fixed-rate mortgage loan.

  • Lock in your principal and interest payments
  • Terms available from 15 to 30 years
  • Easily apply online

Home Construction Loans

Build your dream house with a home construction loan.

  • Finance the build and the long-term mortgage
  • Apply for loans up to $3 million
  • Make interest-only payments throughout the construction phase

Jumbo Loans

If you need a big house or you're in a competitive market, this mortgage loan lets you exceed the limit.

  • Borrow more than traditional mortgages allow
  • Qualify for a loan of up to $5 million
  • Choose a fixed- or adjustable-rate mortgage
  • 10% down payment option available

Medical Professional Mortgages

Take advantage of exclusive home loan benefits for healthcare workers.

  • Fixed and adjustable rate terms available
  • Higher loan limits than standard mortgages for medical professionals
  • May be available for those without employment history if they have college experience in a medical field

Mortgage Refinancing

Refinance your home to secure capital for improvements or save for a specific goal.

  • Unlock your home's equity
  • Adjust your repayment schedule
  • Consolidate debt and pay down your mortgage faster
  • Convert from an adjustable-rate mortgage to a fixed-rate mortgage

Renovation Loans

Remodel, repair and upgrade your living space with a home renovation loan.

  • Fixed and variable interest rate options
  • Use on a primary or secondary residence
  • We'll pay your builder as renovation progresses
  • Apply for loans up to $3 million

VA, FHA and USDA Loans

Government-backed home loans can help put home ownership within reach.

  • Get down payment assistance
  • Qualify for lower rates
  • You must be an eligible veteran, first-time homebuyer or purchasing a home on USDA-eligible rural land

Our mortgage bankers are here, every step of the way

Buying a home is no small achievement, and the process can look different from family to family. Whether in person or online, mortgage bankers are here to help take care of the details—big and small—so you can focus on celebrating the moments that matter most.

Buying a Home? Learn How a First Citizens Mortgage Banker Can Help

Man: [Taking a video with his phone] And go.

Woman: [Laughing and turning on the faucet] What do you think?

Man: It's good.

Woman: You didn't feel rushed?

[Sees daughter taking waffle out of toaster, proceeds to also pull out her phone] Hold on one second, let's get a shot of your first waffle in the new house.

[Daughter rolls her eyes, proceeds to put waffle back in toaster as parents look on and film]

[Voice-over with music] The first time we did anything in our new home was special, and it all began with finding a mortgage partner who understood what a new home meant for us.

First, we created an online account in a few quick steps. We personalized all of our information, added details about the property and were able to log in at any time to check the status of our application.

From there, we selected a First Citizens mortgage expert to help sort through the details and find the best financing for our situation.

If we ever need to relocate or downsize, we know they'll be there for that too. And that means spending less time feeling stressed over financing and more time building memories with loved ones.

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How to get started

You can begin your journey to homeownership right here, online.

Step 1

Get pre-qualified

Save time when you get pre-qualified for a mortgage loan. It will help you estimate how much you can borrow so you can shop homes with confidence.

Step 2

Connect with a mortgage banker

After you've applied for pre-approval, a mortgage banker will reach out to discuss your options. Feel free to ask anything about the mortgage loan process—your banker is here to be your guide.

Step 3

Apply for a mortgage loan

Found the house you want to purchase? Then it's time to apply for financing and turn your dream of buying a home into a reality.

FAQ

People often ask us

A mortgage is a type of loan used to buy or refinance a house, plot of land or other real estate property. Most homebuyers get a mortgage to finance the purchase of their home.

With a mortgage, the borrower—or homebuyer—agrees to pay back the lender over a specified period of time with interest. The period of time, which is called a mortgage term, can vary from a few years to a few decades. The most common mortgage term is 30 years.

Interest is the cost for borrowing money, and interest rates vary depending on a number of factors ranging from the larger economic environment to the individual borrower's financial situation.

Most people don't have enough cash to purchase a home outright, which is why mortgages are designed to be paid off over time. Using an amortization schedule, lenders divide the loan balance and the expected interest into a series of regular monthly payments. Part of each mortgage payment goes toward the principal—the original loan balance—and another part goes toward interest. Depending on the loan, these monthly payments may include property tax and home insurance as well.

A mortgage is a secured loan, meaning the home is collateral for the loan. If the borrower defaults on their loan, the lender may take the collateral as payment. Once the mortgage is paid off, the lender no longer has any secured interest in the property and the homeowner owns it outright.

When you apply for a mortgage loan, the lender will pull your credit score. Your credit score measures your credit risk relative to the rest of consumers, based on your credit usage history. Higher credit risk scores can mean lower rates and better loan terms.

When you receive a mortgage loan, you'll also receive an escrow account. The lender will deposit part of your monthly mortgage payment into this escrow account. That payment covers taxes and insurance premiums that are typically assessed annually, but with a mortgage are paid monthly so that the lender can reduce the risk that you'll fall behind on your obligations.

A mortgage loan payment is made up of two things—a payment toward the principal amount, and a payment toward the interest. Paying these two things off in equal installments over a set time period is called mortgage amortization. When you first start paying off your mortgage, most of the payment is applied to the interest. Over time, your principal payments catch up until your loan is paid off.

Choosing the right mortgage is just as important as choosing the right house. That's why we offer a variety of products, each with different features and advantages. Plus, our dedicated team of mortgage bankers is here to help you find the right loan for where you are in your life.

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