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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.
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...
Want To Go Tiny? Explore How Connected Houses Can Have Big Benefits For Tiny Home Living
The ever-growing trend of purchasing multiple tiny homes and connecting them may be an affordable alternative instead of traditional home ownership. Tiny connected houses offer many advantages, like a low-cost mortgage, low maintenance costs, and the potential to...
What is the Difference Between Financing a Stick Built Home vs. a Modular Home?
Stick built homes and modular homes both offer buyers an opportunity to secure a piece of the American dream through home ownership. Here’s everything to know about financing a stick built home or a modular home. What is a Stick Built Home? A stick built home is any...
Will There Be a Housing Market Crash in 2023?
If there is one thing you can count on in the real estate market, it is change. So, should we expect anything different in the coming year? No. But, do the rising mortgage rates, limited supply of homes for sale, and elevated home prices mean that there will be a...
Seeing Townhouses for Sale? Is it Right for You?
The National Association of REALTORS® defines a townhouse as a single-family home with at least two floors that share a wall with another house. You’re correct if you think this sounds a lot like a condominium. However, the two property types have small but...
Lot and Land Loans: What You Should Know
If you’re planning to build a new home, you have multiple options for financing the land and the home’s construction. Suppose you’re ready to purchase a lot or land but are not prepared to begin construction. In that case, a bank or credit union may be a terrific...
3 Tips for Finding an Experienced Mortgage Lender
When you need help with financing to buy a home or refinance your current home, many people can help. But not all of them will have a lot of experience. Experience in mortgage lending is necessary because things can and do arise during the loan approval through...