Mortgage Rate Lock Expiring Because You Can’t Find a Home to Buy?

The first step to take when buying a home is to apply for a mortgage loan. The next step would ideally be to lock in a mortgage rate, especially these days since mortgage rates are so low and on the rise. Most lenders will give you a 30 day to 45 day lock period on a rate so you have time to find the right home and still get the rate you were quoted.