Owning a Home

We’re here to help our neighbors of Central Illinois navigate all aspects of the buying, selling and owning a home.

Whether you’d like to explore financing options to buy your first home, remodel the kitchen with a home equity loan or need advice on refinancing, our experienced mortgage lenders are here to help you make informed decisions about one of life’s biggest investments.

For more information about housing programs and how to plan to improve or buy a home, we encourage you to contact our mortgage team.  Also explore our Mortgage Center where you’ll find useful tools and calculators along with online access to apply for a loan.

Articles of Interest

  • Home Renovations that Don’t Pay

    Some improvements are likely to increase your home’s value. However, others may actually decrease potential buyers’ interest in your home. So, put...

  • How Much Does Home Ownership Really Cost?

    You’ve been over the figures a hundred times, so you know you’re ready to handle the upfront expenses of a new home — mortgage, taxes, and insurance. But...