What Is Mortgage Insurance and How Is It Different From Homeowners Insurance?
If you’re buying a home, you’ll probably hear the word “insurance” often and two of the most common types people…
Is 2026 Your Year to Refinance?
As we kick off 2026, many homeowners are looking to refinance as a way to lower monthly payments, switch loan types, or tap into…
2026 Mortgage Predictions & Trends: What Homebuyers & Refinancers Need to Know
As we head into 2026, the mortgage landscape continues to evolve, shaped by economic shifts, policy decisions, and changing buyer…
What Credit Score Do You Need to Buy a Home?
One of the most common questions I hear from homebuyers is: “What credit score do I need to buy a…
Current Refinance Rates: Should You Make a Move?
As a mortgage loan officer with years of experience helping homeowners navigate the ups and downs of the housing market,…
2025 Christmas Lights Displays Happening in Dallas-Fort Worth
There’s something magical about this time of year: twinkling lights, cozy evenings, and neighborhoods that seem to glow with Christmas…
How Much Home Can You Really Afford? (The Answer Most Lenders Won’t Tell You Upfront)
As a mortgage loan officer who has closed hundreds and hundreds of loans in my career, I can tell you…
How to Improve Your Credit Score for a Better Mortgage Interest Rate
When it comes to buying a home, your credit score isn’t just a number, it’s one of the most influential…
Portable Mortgages: What They Are and Why the Idea Is Gaining Attention in the U.S.
In a Real Estate & Mortgage Market where interest rates dipped super low during the pandemic, many homeowners are holding…
The 50-Year Mortgage? Pros and Cons
In today’s wild housing market, where home prices have climbed higher while interest rates have not come down far enough,…
