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Our blog is a great resource to help keep you in the know on the latest mortgage industry news and trends. Hear what our brokers have to say, first hand, and learn more about the industry from our experts.
Our Blog
Our blog is a great resource to help keep you in the know on the latest mortgage industry news and trends. Hear what our brokers have to say, first hand, and learn more about the industry from our experts.
10 Things to Avoid During the Mortgage Process
Hey, this is Casey Lown with Strategic Mortgage Solutions. I want to share with you ten things to avoid when you are thinking about applying for a mortgage or things to refrain from during the actual mortgage process. 1. Changing Your Job Stay away from...
6 Strategies – Protect Your Credit During a Divorce
Hey, this is Casey Lown with Strategic Mortgage Solutions here for another divorce mortgage planning moment. Whether you're preparing for an amicable divorce or a nasty one. Divorces have a way of having a lot of ups and downs and are rarely simple. And so, maybe...
Looking for an Updated Classic? Here’s Why the Modern Farmhouse is for You
Home buyers craving the perfect blend of traditional comfort integrated with modern amenities often find exactly what they are looking for in a modern farmhouse design. Thoughtfully blending rustic elements with sleek, modern lines, this unique home style is found in...
PSA – How to Identify Lender Red Flags and Avoid Them
Hey, this is Casey Lown with Strategic Mortgage Solutions. I've been having some conversations with some clients and other professional affiliates, and there seem to be some predatory lending activities going on, particularly with out-of-state banks and retail...
Discover the Unique Charm of a Cape Cod House
As one of the most popular styles of homes in America, a Cape Cod house is easily recognizable thanks to distinct features, including a steep roof, rectangular shape, prominent chimney, and often protruding windows on the second floor called dormers. The Cape Cod...
Tax Consequences: Keeping a Home After a Divorce
Hi, this is Casey Lown with Strategic Mortgage Solutions here to share another divorce mortgage planning moment. So oftentimes when I am sitting down and consulting with people that are considering getting a divorce, or with their divorce attorney, or family law...
What to Look for When Buying a Ranch-Style House
Though design plans for ranch-style homes first emerged in the 1930s, it wasn’t until twenty years later that the popular single-story style home became a fixture in American cities and towns. Indeed by the 1950s ranch-style homes were the most popular type of home...
Get a Discount on Your Mortgage with the Fannie Mae Program
Hi. This is Casey Lown with Strategic Mortgage Solutions here for another mortgage moment update. Hey, so I've got some great news. Fannie Mae recently rolled out an initiative to offer first-time homebuyers that met a certain income threshold, a discount that they...
Have a 670 Credit Score or Higher? How Does it Affect Your Mortgage Options?
When you apply for a mortgage to purchase a home, your credit score will play a significant role in the interest rates affixed to your loan. While mortgage options exist for borrowers with less than a 670 credit score, those with scores higher tend to have options...
Is the French Country House Floor Plan Right for Your Family?
The French Country house floor plan is a popular and classic design. It has been featured in modern-day homes and traditional dwellings, and its popularity has endured for centuries. When deciding on your dream home, this gorgeous architectural style blends...
