Find the perfect mortgage for your dream home

Your home-buying journey starts here. Whether you’re purchasing your first home, refinancing, or exploring flexible mortgage options, Webster First has the expertise to guide you every step of the way.

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To apply, you must be 18 years of age or older and live, work, worship, or attend school in Essex, Middlesex, Suffolk, or Worcester County.

Mortgage programs

Fixed Rate

  • As low as 5.921% APR1
  • Enjoy peace of mind with fixed payments for the life of the mortgage.
  • Choose terms of 15, 20, 30, or 40 years.
  • Perfect if you’re planning to stay in your home for more than 10 years.

Adjustable Rate12

  • As low as 5.565% APR1,12
  • Start with a lower fixed rate for the initial years.
  • Great for short-term plans or if you may move within 10 years.
  • Flexible terms to fit your needs.

First Time Home Buyer

  • As low as 6.570% APR1
  • Enjoy peace of mind with consistent rates and predictable payments. Subject to underwriter guidelines.
  • 30-year fixed rate term. Subject to underwriter guidelines.
  • No application fee.
  • A seamless start to owning your first home.

Refinance

  • Lower your mortgage payment or shorten your repayment time.
  • Access cash-out refinancing for non-mortgage debt or home improvements. Subject to underwriter guidelines.

Current Mortgage Rates

Type Rate APR1,4 EMP3 (per $1,000)
Adjustable Rate Mortgages12
5&1 Fixed Variable12 5.625% 5.725% $5.76
7&1 Fixed Variable12 5.750% 5.852% $5.84
7&3 Fixed Variable12 6.000% 6.166% $6.00
10&5 Fixed Variable12 6.125% 6.316% $6.08
 
Convertible 1 Yr Adjustable12 5.125% 5.565% $5.44
1 Year Adjustable12 5.125% 5.565% $5.44
3 Year Adjustable12 5.250% 5.631% $5.52
7&1 Variable 40 Year12 5.875% 5.962% $5.42
Land Loan11,12 5.125% 5.643% $10.67
 
Fixed Rate Mortgages
15 Year 5.750% 5.921% $8.30
20 Year 6.375% 6.518% $7.38
30 Year 6.750% 6.862% $6.49
40 Year 7.000% 7.099% $6.21
First Time Homebuyers 6.500% 6.570% $6.32
1:APR = Annual Percentage Rate.
4:All mortgage APRs are for 1-4 unit owner occupied primary residences based on 20% down payment. APRs may vary with lesser down payment. All mortgages with a loan to value of 80% and over require Prime Mortgage Insurance (PMI). Rates subject to change without prior notice. Zero points on all mortgages. Guidelines available upon request.
3:EMP = Estimated Monthly Payment.
11:Land loans 1-10 years, 25% downpayment
12:ARM loans are variable rate loans, interest rates and payments may increase after consummation. Rates and payments will remain the same for the first 5, 7, or 10 years and then can adjust to a new rate and payment every 1, 3 or 5 years based on a current index, depending on the ARM program you choose. For example, if you select the 5 & 1 Fixed Variable program your rate and principal & interest payment will be fixed for the first 5 years (the 5 in 5& 1), after that the interest rate and payment could change every 1 year for the remainder of the mortgage’s term (the 1 in the 5 & 1).

Our mortgage app makes it easy

Looking to buy or refinance a home? Our digital mortgage app makes it easy and convenient.

With one login, you can apply for a loan, complete tasks, securely scan and upload docs, submit payments, check on your loan status, eSign documents, and more. When you start an application online, you’ll find links to download the app to your favorite device.

Sign up on your mobile or desktop

With a single log-in, navigate all aspects of the home buying journey on your preferred device.

To start your loan inquiry in Spanish, click the “Español” button on the account creation page.

Calculate your mortgage options

Easily explore mortgage scenarios to see what you can afford and what your mortgage payments will be.

No need to wait on your loan officer to run calculations for you. This is self-service at its best.

Get pre-approved

Fill out an application from anywhere to get your letter fast.

Don’t waste your time (or paper!) with printed applications or complicated forms.

Authorize credit reporting

Authorize your Loan Officer to run your credit report with the click of a button.

You’ll enjoy having one less paper form to sign and submit.

Automatically verify your information

Verify your income, employment, and assets automatically in the platform.

This means fewer paperwork hassles for you and a faster application process.

Securely scan documents

Upload required documents with our built-in mobile scanner. It’s encrypted and completely secure.

No need to fuss with a physical scanner, unsecured emails, or trips across town.

Get real-time status and notifications

See where your loan is at in the process and what steps you have ahead of you.

Receive notifications when you have new tasks and important updates.

Sign disclosures

Receive and eSign disclosures with ease.

If any documents need to be physically signed, you can print, sign, scan, and upload from your mobile device.

Buy homeowners insurance

Complete your required homeowner insurance tasks before closing.

Upload proof of existing insurance, or compare rates and coverage and purchase a new policy within the platform.

Provide consent

Easily give consent for necessary steps, including the use of electronic signatures and information release authorization.

What to expect after you apply

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Expert guidance

Your Mortgage Loan Officer will help you gather the necessary documentation, take care of disclosures, and outline next steps.

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Underwriter review

Our team looks at your credit and financial information closely to decide if you qualify.

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Processing and appraisal

Once you're conditionally approved, we'll take care of the appraisal and finish collecting and ordering any remaining documents for your file.

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Close with confidence

Our in-house team, WebFirst Mortgage LLC, will lead you through the final steps. Congratulations, you're officially a homeowner!

Award-winning service

America's Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions Newsweek 2025. Plant-A Insights Group.

2025: Newsweek Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions

2024 Winner: Best of Central Mass

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2023 Top Lender: Banker & Tradesman

2023 Winner: Best of Central Mass

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Rated 5 Stars by Bauer

2022 Top Lender: Banker & Tradesman

Apply for a mortgage today

Your dream home is closer than you think. Apply online today and take the first step toward a mortgage that fits your lifestyle.

Our dedicated loan center team is happy to answer your mortgage-related questions or provide assistance with completing an online mortgage application.

(774) 823-1665

Monday – Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Thursday & Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: Closed


Learn more about home financing

Home Buying Center

Understanding how to navigate the ins and outs of mortgages can be complicated. That’s why we’ve set up a Home Buying Center to help you become a mortgage pro. Find answers to questions like:

Go to Home Buying Center

Protect your home for years to come

We’re pleased to offer homeowners insurance through our subsidiary, WebFirst Insurance, LLC. WebFirst Insurance will work with you to determine the right coverage for your needs, and then search their network of carriers to find the right price.

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Mortgage FAQs

Do you offer mortgage refinancing?

Yes, Webster First offers refinancing of Mortgages, Home Equity Loans, and Home Equity Lines of Credit.

How do I apply?

You can easily apply online.

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Can I get pre-approved or pre-qualified?

Webster First only does pre-approvals. Unlike pre-qualifications, a pre-approval requires a full underwrite and credit pull. You are not locked into an interest rate until we receive a property address.

What documents will I need with my application?

While this varies depending on your situation, our team has put together a list of the standard documents for easy reference. Please note that additional documentation may be requested depending on your financial situation.

Do you offer VA or FHA loans?

Not at this time.

What are your application fees?

Application fees are $400 for a mortgage and $650 for a construction loan.

What is your fee for a late mortgage payment?

Late fees will vary based on your total mortgage payment. See your statement billing information. For example:

mortgage late fee example

What is the difference between a fixed rate and an adjustable rate4?

A fixed rate mortgage will have the same interest rate for your entire term. Adjustable rate mortgages4 will change periodically based on the term you choose. Some adjustable rate mortgages are fixed variables meaning they are fixed for a certain amount of years, and adjusted after that period ends. For example: our most popular type of adjustable rate mortgage (ARM) is our 7&1 fixed variable, which means the rate is fixed for the first seven years and then changes once a year for every year after that. See our rates page for more terms.

Do you offer land loans?

Yes. Webster First land loans are only available as adjustable rate4 loans from 1-10 year terms and require a 25% down payment. See our land loan page for more info.

How do Construction Loan disbursements work?

Construction funds are only disbursed for completed items. We will need the following items prior to your first disbursement being released.

  • Proof of Insurance/Builders Risk Policy
  • Building Permit
  • Proposed Plot Plan

 

Inspections will be ordered by you, the borrower, through the Mortgage Servicing Department, available by:

  • Phone – 800-962-4452 ext. 4094
  • Email – MortgageServicing@WebsterFirst.com
  • Fax – 774-823-1842

 

Once an Inspection has been requested, please allow a reasonable amount of time for the property to be inspected and the report completed, then returned to Webster First Federal Credit Union for approval. Once the report is approved, allow 1-2 business days for the funds to be disbursed.

 

Options for how funds can be disbursed:

  • Deposited directly into the borrowers Webster First Federal Credit Union account
  • Bank check made payable to the borrower(s)
  • Bank check made payable to borrower(s) and the builder or contractor
How do I bring in my down payment?

Bring a certified bank check/treasurer’s check on the day of your closing.

What do I do in the event of a borrower’s death?

Contact our Mortgage Servicing department at (800) 962-4452 Ext. 4094 and forward them the death certificate for the mortgage file. If there is a co-signer on the mortgage, they will still be obligated to make payments on the loan. Next steps will vary based on what the deceased had planned to pay off the remaining balance on their mortgage (terms in their will, a trust, life insurance policy, etc.). If there were no plans, the credit union may foreclose on the property.

If there was no co-signer, another person can request to be granted successor in interest which allows them to access certain mortgage information/documentation such as a payoff quote. Based on the circumstances, we will request specific documentation to approve a successor in interest request.

I received a check for an insurance claim on my house with Webster First’s name on it. What do I do now?

If you have a lien on your house and an insurance company pays you for damages (such as a fire, tree falling on it, etc.) the check will be made out to both you and the lien holder (Webster First). Our Mortgage Servicing department will be able to help you disburse the funds from the check, but portions of those funds may be held and released to you later. Contact them at (800) 962-4452 Ext. 4094.