Mortgages

First homes and forever homes. Brand new or with a touch of history. Whatever you're looking for in a place to live, you'll find a DECU mortgage that unlocks the door to your next opportunity.

Ready to make your move? Need time to research? We're here for you.

Purchases

Finding the perfect home may have been a challenge, but financing it is easy. From fixed rates to adjustable rates, government programs to various term choices, the right mortgage is here for you.  

Refinances

Do you love your home but not your current home loan? See how we can help you save money on your monthly payment, shorten your term, access cash and achieve other goals through a refi. 

First-Time Homebuyer

There's excitement about the possibilities and probably plenty of questions, too. Dive into this helpful guide to start your journey toward reaching the milestone of buying your first home. 

Mortgage Options

You'll find plenty of them at DECU. Take a detailed look at the types of home loans we offer so you can find the one that fits your budget and lifestyle. And if you need help choosing, we're at your side. 

Mortgage Resources

The more trustworthy information you have, the more prepared you'll be. Access videos and articles about all types of mortgage-related topics so you'll be ready for your next move. 

Effective Date: November 20, 2024
Product Rate APR** Points P&I
30 Year Fixed Rate7.000%7.140%0.2500$1,621.67
20 Year Fixed Rate7.000%7.164%0.1250$1,889.79
15 Year Fixed Rate6.500%6.684%0.1250$2,123.32
10 Year Fixed Rate6.375%6.612%0.0000$2,752.25
5:5 ARM5.500%5.592%0.0000$1,383.99
FHA 30 Year6.750%7.068%0.3750$1,580.96
VA 30 Year6.750%6.924%0.6250$1,580.96

Make Your Dreams a Reality

For a custom quote or consultation on your home financing options, contact one of our specialists using the form below.

Mortgage Education Series

Check out these quick videos for an easy-to-understand overview of everything mortgage – from payments to loan types, terms, refinancing, and first time homebuyers tips.

Loan Types
Anatomy of a Mortgage Payment
Interest Rates

Frequently Asked Questions

You can apply for loans and credit cards at the same time you join! There is no waiting period before you can take advantage of all our member benefits. The moment you become a member, you can start applying for auto loans, mortgages, and every other service we have to offer.

To apply for a mortgage, fill out our mortgage application. We currently offer first mortgages on primary and second homes in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Ohio. Our online mortgage portal makes it super easy to apply and gives you control so you can check the status every step of the way.

Please note: We recommend using your personal email address when you apply to ensure emails are received okay.

At this time, we do not offer land only or home construction loans.

To speak to someone in our Mortgage Department please call 866-300-8240 or email [email protected]

Typically closing takes 4-6 weeks from receipt of contract. However, the closing date can be a moving target due to a number of variables.

A pre-qualification is good for 90 days.

An escrow account is set up when you close your mortgage loan. It holds funds from your monthly mortgage payment to cover future payments for related costs including items such as property taxes and homeowner’s insurance. 

The specific amount of your closing costs will vary.

The fees may change depending on your specific situation because appraisal fees, title charges, closing fees may all vary from state to state and also from lender to lender.

To assist you in evaluating our fees, we've grouped them as follows: third-party fees, taxes and other unavoidable costs, and lender fees:

  • Fees that we consider third party fees include the appraisal fee, the credit report fee, the settlement or closing fee, the survey fee, tax service fees, title insurance fees, flood certification fees, and courier/mailing fees. Third party fees are fees that we'll collect and pass on to the person who actually performed the service. For example, an appraiser is paid the appraisal fee, a credit bureau is paid the credit report fee, and a title company or an attorney is paid the title insurance fees.
  • Fees that we consider to be taxes and other unavoidable costs include: State/Local Taxes and recording fees. These fees will most likely have to be paid regardless of the lender you choose. If some lenders don't quote you fees that include taxes and other unavoidable fees, don't assume that you won't have to pay it. It probably means that the lender who doesn't tell you about the fee hasn't done the research necessary to provide accurate closing costs.
  • Lender fees such as points, document preparation fees, and loan processing fees are retained by the lender and are used to provide you with the lowest rates possible. This is the category of fees that you should compare very closely from lender to lender before making a decision.

The first number refers to your initial term, or how many years your initial rate is fixed. The second reflects how often your rate adjusts after the initial term. For example for a  a 5/5 ARM, you’d have a fixed rate for the first five years. Then, your rate and payment could change once every 5 years after.