There have been some quiet but really important changes from Fannie Mae recently, and they’re starting to open the door for more buyers than most people realize. Many clients who may have felt they weren’t quite ready before might now be in a position to move forward. One of the biggest shifts is around credit. […]

I had one of those conversations yesterday that reminds you why what we do matters so much beyond just quoting rates or opening doors. I have a client who is 61, semi-retired, and has built a beautiful life over the past few decades. She owns a home in Los Angeles worth about 3.5 million. She […]

Over the past few weeks, mortgage rates have climbed to their highest levels since September, leaving many buyers wondering what is driving the increase. When geopolitical conflicts or military actions begin, financial markets tend to react quickly. Mortgage rates often move as investors reassess the potential impact on the global economy. Right now, the concern […]

With tax season approaching, we are about 35 days away from the tax filing deadline before extensions. Now is actually one of the best times of the year for real estate agents to talk with clients about homeownership. Many buyers are on the fence right now. Rates are hovering around 6%, affordability is tight, and […]

I hope everyone is doing well. Today’s blog will start with a quick lending tip and then move into a longer message that’s been on my mind. From a lender’s perspective, a few things can sometimes complicate or slow down a transaction if they are written into the contract unnecessarily. The first one is termite […]