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When you’re gearing up to buy a home, you expect a mortgage, a down payment, and maybe even closing costs. But then someone drops the term mortgage insurance—and suddenly, you’re…

Hey, you. Yes, you—scrolling through listings and wondering if you’ll ever afford a house. We get it. Between avocado toast jokes, sky-high rent, and the occasional “you should’ve bought in…

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has long been a vital tool for helping Americans achieve the dream of homeownership. However, a significant FHA policy change announced on March 26, 2025,…

Buying a home with an FHA loan can be a great option, especially if you’re short on cash for the down payment. But did you know that someone else can…

Imagine selling your investment property and keeping every penny of your profits instead of handing a chunk over to the IRS. Sounds too good to be true, right? But it’s…

Toxic home hazards are the last thing you’re probably thinking about when beginning on the exciting journey of buying a home.  This is an exciting milestone, but what if your…

The housing market in 2025 is set for a shift. Zillow lowered its home value growth forecast to just 0.9%, a significant drop from the previous projection of 2.9%. This…

Mortgage rates have always been a major contributing factor to the decision to buy or refinance a home.  As a seasoned mortgage broker, I’ve witnessed firsthand the ebb and flow…

As a local mortgage broker, I recently conducted a deep dive into over 300 customer reviews from one of the biggest online mortgage lenders. What I found was a pattern…

The U.S. housing market in 2025 is at a crossroads. While home prices appear to be stabilizing, high mortgage rates and low inventory continue to challenge buyers. Many prospective homeowners…

Buying a home is one of life’s most significant milestones. It’s exciting and nerve-wracking, and it often involves big decisions that can attract criticism—especially from well-meaning relatives.  While navigating family…

Veterans can experience a challenging housing market in much more frustrating ways than other buyers. However, with the right strategies, you can increase your chances of success while using the…