Mortgage 101
Buying a Home in 2026? Avoid These Common Mistakes
If your goal is to buy a house in 2026, there are a few mistakes I see people make every single year — and they’re the same ones that quietly keep buyers stuck.
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The Homebuyer's Corner
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Rates & Market
Expert 2026 Housing Market and Mortgage Rate Predictions
If you’re searching for 2026 housing market predictions , you’re not alone. Every year, buyers, sellers, and homeowners want to know: Will housing prices drop? Will interest rates fall? Is now a good time to buy a house?
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The #1 Mistake Veterans Make After Buying a Home
Today, I want to talk about the number one mistake I see veterans make after they buy a house. I’m sharing this because I don’t want you to make it.
Rates & Market
2025 Year-End Housing & Mortgage Market Update: Trends, Rates, and What’s Next
Thank goodness 2025 is over! Honestly, it’s been a rollercoaster for the housing and mortgage market. Focusing on the numbers, the mortgage trends, and what this means for homebuyers, investors, and sellers going into…
Mortgage 101
Going Through a Divorce? What You Need to Know Before Making Housing Decisions
It’s sad, but it’s true: December is the number one month people break up . Long-term relationships. Marriages. Not just casual dating. And the most common day for it to happen? December 11th.
Mortgage 101
Ways to Apply for a Mortgage: Pros, Cons, and What’s Best for You
If you’re thinking about buying a home, one of the first questions you’ll face is how to apply for a mortgage . Most buyers assume there’s only one option—fill out an online application and hope for the best.
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Buying Basics
Feeling Like a First-Time Homebuyer Again
I genuinely think I should start buying a house every two years. Not because I love moving (I don’t), but because being back in the buyer’s seat is incredibly eye-opening.
Mortgage 101
How to Build Credit from Scratch (Without Letting Credit Cards Ruin You)
If you’re trying to build credit from scratch — or you have a little credit and want to raise your score — this is for you. I’m Jen. I’ve been a mortgage lender for close to 19 years, and I’m going to be honest with…
Buying Basics
Real Estate Lawsuits in 2025: What Home Buyers Need to Know About Zillow, RESPA, and “One-Stop Shops”
2025 has been a very interesting year in real estate. As someone who has been in mortgage lending for nearly two decades — and who looks at this industry through the lens of a consumer advocate — I’ll be honest: I’ve…
Mortgage 101
Common Reasons People Think They Can’t Qualify to Buy a House (But Actually Can)
Today I want to talk about common reasons people think they can’t qualify to buy a house — even though they absolutely can . This topic came up because I was talking to a few clients this week, and once again, I found…
Mortgage 101
50-Year Mortgage: What You Need to Know About This Controversial Home Loan
If you’ve been following the housing market, you may have heard about the 50-year mortgage . But is it real? Is it a smart move? And who benefits from it?
Buying Basics
What to Do the First Day Your Home Offer Is Accepted (A Mortgage Expert’s Checklist)
So your offer was accepted. 🎉 You’re excited… and also a little terrified. The question I hear more than anything is: “Okay… now what do I do?”
