NEW E-BOOK: HOMEBUYING 101

Your journey to homeownership starts here

Learn what lenders look for, how to prepare your finances, and how to confidently take the next step toward owning a home.

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What You’ll Learn
In this free e-book, we cover:
  • How the homebuying process really works
  • What lenders look at before approving a mortgage
  • How credit, income, and debt affect your options
  • How much home you may be able to afford
  • Common mistakes first-time buyers make
  • Loan options available to you
  • How to prepare before you apply
Preparing ahead of time can make the entire process smoother and help you make better financial decisions.

THIS E-BOOK IS FOR YOU IF…

You are thinking about buying your first home
You are not sure where to start
You want to understand how financing works
You want to improve your chances of approval
You want to feel confident before you apply
You want to ask questions in a relaxed, no-pressure setting
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First-Time Homebuyer Checklist Guide

This easy-to-follow guide will help you:
  • Understand what lenders review
  • Prepare your finances before applying
  • Avoid common homebuying mistakes
  • Know what documents you need
  • Feel more confident about your next steps
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Meet Your Mortgage Matchmaker

Suzanne Milton
Mortgage Loan Originator
Great Erie Federal Credit Union
Suzanne joined Great Erie in 2023 and brings over 11 years of experience in the banking and financial industry. She previously spent five years at Owners Choice Funding—our trusted mortgage partner—gaining valuable expertise that now benefits our members directly. Suzanne is dedicated to guiding borrowers through the homebuying process with knowledge, care, and personalized support.

"I am very thankful for the professionalism, kindness and trust I received from Suzanne and the Great Erie Mortgage department. It was greatly appreciated and helped me create my dream."
Sincere thanks - Barb M.

Fill out the form below and we will reach out to you, or contact Suzanne directly at 716.662.1311 ext. 127 or smilton@GreatErieFCU.com

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About Great Erie

Great Erie Federal Credit Union is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative serving Western New York since 1952.

Our goal is simple — help our members make smart financial decisions with honest guidance, competitive products, and personalized support.

We believe education leads to better choices, which is why we offer guidebooks like this to help members feel prepared before making important financial decisions.)

What drives Great Erie? Helping people.

For over 74+ years, Great Erie FCU has remained committed to one guiding principle: making life better for every one of our members. 

What our members are saying

“I am very thankful for the professionalism, kindness and trust I received from Suzanne and the Great Erie Mortgage department. It was greatly appreciated and helped me create my dream.”
— Barb M.
“I just closed my third car loan with Great Erie. They always beat dealer rates, super easy and fast online application and funding. They made it effortless. Highly recommend.”
— Michelle S.B.
“Love it! Never had such a great experience with a bank or credit union. I have multiple loans and accounts with Great Erie FCU and they give amazing rates.”
— Scott B.
“I’ve been a member of Great Erie for a few years now and I highly recommend them. A+ for their customer service and quick wait time.”
— Kelsey E.
“We have been members for over twenty years. Great Erie continues to meet us with the excellent customer service we deserve.”
— Lisa T.
“This is a credit union where customer service still means something. Whatever my needs, they always have compassionate people available to assist.”
— Marshall C.