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Why “Buy Now, Pay Later” Could Cost You Your Dream Home

BNPL services may feel convenient, but they can quietly inflate your debt-to-income ratio and jeopardize your mortgage approval. Learn why avoiding BNPL could be the key to securing your dream home.

Happy Thanksgiving from Your Trusted Mortgage Lender: A Season of Gratitude & Home

This Thanksgiving, we pause to express our heartfelt gratitude to our amazing clients, partners, and team members. Your trust allows us to help families achieve the dream of homeownership — and that’s something we’re truly thankful for.

As of Nov. 16 2025, 620 minimum credit threshold no longer applies.

Fannie Mae’s Desktop Underwriter (DU) 12.0 update, effective November 16, 2025, removes the longstanding 620 minimum credit score requirement for conventional loans. Instead, DU will evaluate borrowers using a holistic risk assessment that considers multiple financial and non-credit factors...

Government Reopening: What It Means for the Mortgage Industry

After weeks of uncertainty, the federal government has reopened—bringing relief to the mortgage industry. FHA, VA, and USDA agencies are back in action, but backlogs mean slower loan processing. Mortgage rates remain stable, buyer confidence is rebounding, and new proposals like 50-year fixed mortgages could reshape affordability. Here’s what buyers, sellers, and lenders need to know heading into the holiday season.

Honoring Our Heroes This Veterans Day

This Veterans Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. As a loan officer, I’m proud to support our veterans by helping them achieve the American Dream of homeownership. Thank you for your service—now let us serve you.

Breaking News: Fed Rate Cut Opens Big Opportunities for Homebuyers & Refinancers (Update)

The wait is over! The Federal Reserve just cut interest rates for the first time in years—and more cuts may be coming. This could be your best chance to buy a home, refinance, or tap into equity before demand and prices surge. Don’t wait—see why acting now could save you money.

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