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It’s a great time to be a first-time homebuyer. As a longtime local mortgage lender, Town and Country Bank Mortgage Services is here to help you buy your first house in Central Illinois or the Metro East.

With our first Mortgage Lender Spotlight, we wanted to provide you with an introduction to Karylle Wike, Senior Vice President and Area Manager for Mortgage Lending in Decatur, Mt. Zion, and the Metro East region.

We've all heard that the best time to sell a house is spring. But that may not be true.

Ready to put an end to those mortgage payments? Look no further!

Whether it's having a home by the ocean, the slopes, or the woods, the idea of running off to your private vacation spot is the stuff of dreams. Maybe it doesn't have to be.

A VA Loan is a mortgage for veterans and military personnel who meet the VA's guidelines and is guaranteed by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Whether you're preparing for a large home improvement project or trying to consolidate debt, taking out a second mortgage can help you when it comes to major costs.

Are you a small-town or rural resident looking for affordable mortgage options in Illinois? Town and Country Bank is proud to be an approved lender for the USDA's Rural Development Home Loan program.

Can you buy a home with no money down? Many would-be homeowners think the upfront costs are too expensive. However, not only is the answer to that question yes (for qualified buyers in certain loan programs), but you can also learn how to get money for a down payment so you don't have to save it all yourself.

Buying your first home is an exciting experience. Whether you are buying as an individual, a couple, or a family, becoming a homeowner is a special landmark in your life.