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If you are interested in purchasing a new home or refinancing, we can help.  We have a variety of first mortgage rates and terms available, including both fixed and adjustable rate loans.

Our lending area includes Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, and Marshall Counties in West Virginia, Jefferson, Columbiana, Belmont, and Harrison Counties in Ohio, and Allegheny, Beaver, and Washington Counties in Pennsylvania.

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Single Family/ Owner Occupied

ADJUSTABLE RATE LOANS

1 Year ARM 3 Year Arm
Rate 4.875% 5.375% 4.875% 5.375%
Term (Points) 30 Years 30 Years 30 Years 30 Years
Points 1.75 0 1.75 0
Down Payment 20% 20% 20% 20%
Monthly Payment* $296.36 $313.59 $296.36 $313.59
Annual
Percentage Rate*
5.624% 5.508% 5.240% 5.394%
Index 1Yr.
Trea.Sec
1Yr.
Trea.Sec
3Yr.
Trea.Sec
3Yr.
Trea.Sec
Margin 2.75% 2.75% 2.75% 2.75%
Per Adjustment Cap 
(+ or -)
2% 
Maximum
2% 
Maximum
2% 
Maximum
2% 
Maximum
Maximum Lifetime
Adjustment Cap
6% 6% 6% 6%

* The above monthly payments and APRs are based on a purchase price of $70,000.00, a 20% down payment of $14,000.00, and a loan amount of $56,000.00.  The monthly payments shown above are for the first 1 year or 3 year period of the loan.  Payment amounts may increase or decrease thereafter.  Due to Index fluctuations, the APR may increase after the loan closes.  Stated rates are subject to change at any time.

FIXED RATE LOANS

Rate 5.250% 5.750% 5.500% 6.000% 5.625% 6.125% 5.750% 6.250%
Term 10 
Years
10 
Years
15 
Years
15 
Years
20
Years
20
Years
30
Years
30
Years
Points 2 0 2 0 2 0 2 0
Down Payment 20% 20% 20% 20% 20% 20% 20% 20%
Monthly Payment* $600.84 $614.71 $457.57 $472.56 $389.19 $405.26 $326.81 $344.81
Annual 
Percentage Rate*
5.740% 5.796% 5.846% 6.033% 5.900% 6.151% 5.957% 6.270%

* The above monthly payments and APRs are based on a purchase price of $70,000.00, a 20% down payment of $14,000.00, and a loan amount of $56,000.00.  Stated rates are subject to change at any time.

Other Fixed and Adjustable rates, terms and points are available

Up to 95% financing available to qualified borrowers for both fixed and adjustable rate first mortgage loans.  Private mortgage insurance is required on all first mortgage loans with greater than 80% financing.  Private mortgage insurance premiums will increase the stated APR and monthly payment amount.
**Add .375 to any above stated rate for loan amounts greater than $417,000.00

Up to 80% financing is available for new home construction at the rates, terms, and points stated above.

Home Equity Line of Credit is Here with a Great Rate!

Need money for Education, Home Repairs, Vacation, Wedding Expenses, Debt Consolidation?  It might be time for you to take advantage of a Home Equity Line of Credit from us. 

We are now offering an introductory rate of 

5.39% APR*
Fixed Rate
Through
March 31, 2009
5.50% APR*
Variable Rate
Beginning
April 1, 2009

And you can also save with No Closing Costs, Possible Tax Deductions, Borrow Up to 90% LTV, and Free Checks!   

Borrowers can access their credit line by simply writing an advance check!

* Rate effective February 14, 2008.  No closing costs on approved credit limits of $10,000 or more.  If less than $10,000, closing costs may range between $100 - $400.   If you modify an existing First Choice America Home Equity Line of Credit loan, you may be charged a loan modification fee, not to exceed $195.  The initial interest rate is 5.39% until April 1, 2009 and thereafter may adjust on the first of every month to the current prime rate plus .50% as published in the Wall Street Journal (as of 4-30-08, 5.00% + .50 = 5.50%).  Beginning 4-1-2009, the APR will never be less than 5.39%. Maximum APR 18%. Minimum credit line $5,000. Maximum term is 20 years.  Annual fee $35.  Over limit fee $25.  Property insurance required. Consult your tax advisor about interest deductibility.  All loans subject to credit approval.  Limited time offer.  Federally insured by NCUA.  Equal Housing Lender.

Contact our Mortgage/Home Equity Department toll free at 
1-800-427-4835 or email us at
Mortgage Department

Rates are effective July 14, 2008 
Rates Subject to Change Daily

 

All loans are subject to credit approval.