How to Optimize Your DTI Before Applying for a Mortgage
As you begin your journey toward homeownership or buying a new home, one of the factors that is most crucial for your success is your DTI. Understanding and optimizing your Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI) is a key step in securing the mortgage terms you want. Lenders use...
Before You Buy an Investment Property
Have you been considering buying an investment property, but aren’t yet ready to pull the trigger? There are so many factors to consider, and we know it can be a little daunting. Maybe you’re wondering what type of property will be the most lucrative, or...
Cash Flow Mortgages FAQ
Cash flow mortgages, also known as investment property loans or rental property loans, are specifically designed to help real estate investors purchase income-generating properties such as rental homes, multi-family units, or commercial buildings. These mortgages...
What Not to Do After Getting Pre-Approved for Your Mortgage
You’ve been pre-approved for a mortgage, congratulations! These words will likely put you at ease when you hear them, knowing you’re ready to make an offer on the home you want to buy. There are some common mistakes borrowers make during the time between...
Common Mortgage Misconceptions
If you’ve never applied for a mortgage before, there are plenty of ideas you might have that are causing unnecessary stress or leading you in the wrong direction. There are quite a few common mortgage misconceptions about getting a mortgage, and we can help....
How Can I Become a Homeowner with These Market Conditions?
If you are hoping to become a homeowner in the future, we know that you might be like many of our clients and feel discouraged by the increased interest rates and market conditions that make homeownership seem unattainable. While it’s true that interest rates...
Is a Bank Statement Loan a Bad Idea?
As you go through the process of buying a home, specifically finding the right financing option for you, anything that sounds unconventional may have you feeling cautious, such as a bank statement loan. We know that some things sound too good to be true, and if you...
Things You Can Do Today to Boost Your Credit Score
The higher your credit score, the better your mortgage options will be. If you are considering buying a home this year, or even further in the future, one of the best things you can do is make sure your credit is at its best. While some credit score benefitting tasks...
How High a Credit Score Can Go, and How to Get Yours There
A credit score is a number you may not think about often, but it’s a key factor in the home buying process. You may have often heard that a high credit score will help you get the best rates and terms on your mortgage, showing your lender that you have a great...
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