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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.
The Ins and Outs of Renovation Loans and How Strategic Mortgage Solutions Can Help You Attain One
Renovation loans are an excellent option for those who want to upgrade and beautify their homes but lack the initial cash to begin a renovation. A renovation loan is a type of loan that provides financing for homeowners looking to renovate their homes. It's designed...
Buying Oregon Homes For Heroes: The Loans for Oregon Heroes Program Explained
Buying a home is everyone's dream, but for some, it is more than a wish. It is an aspiration they have worked tirelessly for. However, not everyone can get a mortgage through traditional channels. Luckily, a program is set specifically for buying homes for heroes....
How Construction-to-Permanent Loans Can Help You Get the Home of Your Dreams
Building your dream home can be an exciting and overwhelming process, especially when it comes to financing it. Traditional home loans may not cover the expenses of constructing a customized house, so what are your options? This is where a construction-to-permanent...
A Guide to Buying a Victorian Style House and Enjoying Its Timeless Beauty
Are you daydreaming of living in a home full of timeless Victorian-era beauty? Are you interested in finding out more about what it takes to buy and enjoy a Victorian-style house? Look no further! In this blog post, we'll dive deep into what makes up a Victorian home,...
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...
