Mortgage News & Tips
Refinance Right: Expert Mortgage Tips
Check your financial health, focusing on credit score and debt-to-income ratio. Understand your home equity, including how much you’ve built up and its current appraised value.
Read MoreEssential Steps to Homeownership: 2024 Guide
Evaluate your credit score, debt-to-income ratio, and savings to assess financial readiness. Create a comprehensive budget covering down payment, mortgage, taxes, insurance, and maintenance.
Read MorePay off Debt and Save Funds
Determine your budget, using the 28% rule to keep mortgage payments manageable. Check your credit score, aiming for >620 to secure a first-time homebuyer loan.
Read MoreFlorida Law Mandates New Home Warranty
Florida's new law requires a 1-yr warranty for all newly constructed homes starting Early-Q3 2025. The statute mandates that builders provide this warranty unless they already offer equivalent or better terms.
Read MoreFlorida Housing: Crash or Correction Ahead?
Experts predict a market correction in the Florida housing market, with potential price drops. Some housing experts foresee a market correction or crash due to current supply and demand trends.
Read MoreCan You Buy a Home Without Income?
You can buy a house without income by proving financial strength or paying in cash. A strong credit history, including a high credit score, can improve your chances.
Read MoreExperts Predict Recovery in Late 2024: Get Ready to Buy!
Experts forecast a housing recovery in late 2024 to 2025, benefiting construction-related trades and wholesalers.Population growth, job increases, and cooling inflation are set to drive higher home sales in the U.S.
Read MoreWhen Will Rates Drop? Fed’s Perspective
The Fed considers inflation data to determine future interest rate cuts. Recent inflation slowdown may influence Fed's decision on rate cuts.
Read MoreConforming vs. Non-Conforming Mortgages: Choosing the Best Fit
There are two main types of mortgages: conforming and non-conforming. Conforming loans follow guidelines set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and come with lower interest rates and a more streamlined process.
Read MoreUS Mortgage Applications Spike 16% in Early Summer
Mortgage applications in the US ↑ 15.6% WoW in the first week of June. Refinance activity ↑ due to lower mortgage rates, especially for VA borrowers.
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