Posts Tagged ‘mortgage need to know’
Why Do People Get Denied for a Mortgage? (Hint: It’s Not Always the Credit Score)
Picture this: You’ve found the perfect house. You’re picturing the couch in the living room, the grill on the patio, maybe even picked out paint colors. Your offer is in, your lender has your documents, and then—bam—your loan gets denied. Not because you weren’t serious. Not because you didn’t have a plan. But because no…
Read More“My Rent Went Up Again…” — What I Told My Friends When It Happened to Them Too
We’ve all heard it, said it, felt it: “My rent went up again this year.” It’s frustrating, right? You’re not doing anything differently, yet your monthly bill keeps climbing. And if you’re like a lot of my friends (and maybe you, too), you’ve probably had that moment where you think, “At this rate, I could…
Read MoreYou’ve been lied to about down payments—and it’s costing you big
Let’s bust a myth that’s holding way too many people back from buying a home. You’ve probably heard it: “You need 20% down to buy a house.” And while it sounds responsible and smart on the surface, it’s not always the winning strategy people think it is. In fact, waiting until you have 20%…
Read MoreNo W-2? No Problem! Who told you you need a W-2 to buy a home?
Let’s get one thing straight: just because you don’t have a traditional 9-to-5 job with a W-2 doesn’t mean homeownership is out of reach. That outdated idea? Toss it out. In today’s world, the workforce is shifting. More people are building businesses, freelancing, creating content, driving rideshare, and working gigs on their own terms. You’re…
Read MoreIf You’re Buying a Home in 2025, You NEED These 4 Accounts in Place!
If-Youre-Buying-a-Home-in-2025 Buying a home is one of the biggest financial moves you’ll ever make. And if you’re planning to buy in 2025, setting up the right financial accounts now can make all the difference between a smooth homebuying experience and unnecessary stress. As a mortgage broker, I’ve helped countless buyers navigate the process, and I…
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