by Mark Maldonado | Jun 27, 2025 | Mortgage
June is National Homeownership Month, making it the perfect time to understand the full path to homeownership. If you are planning to buy a home, especially for the first time, knowing what to expect during the mortgage process can take away much of the stress. This...
by Mark Maldonado | Jun 26, 2025 | Mortgage
June is National Homeownership Month, a time to spotlight the programs that make owning a home more accessible to more people. While many potential buyers believe they need perfect credit or a large down payment, programs like HomeReady® and Home Possible®...
by Mark Maldonado | Jun 6, 2025 | Mortgage
When buying a home, most people focus on the home price, interest rate, and monthly payment. But there’s another major factor that can significantly affect your mortgage: property taxes. These taxes can make your mortgage payment higher than expected and...
by Mark Maldonado | Jun 5, 2025 | Mortgage
Inflation has made a loud and lasting entrance into our daily lives. From groceries to gas prices, everything seems more expensive. One of the most significant areas where inflation leaves its mark is in the housing market, particularly mortgage rates and home...
by Mark Maldonado | Jun 4, 2025 | Mortgage
If you’re like most homeowners, the idea of paying off your mortgage early sounds amazing—more freedom, fewer monthly expenses, and peace of mind. But what if you could shave 10 years off your mortgage without making extra payments each month? Sounds too...
by Mark Maldonado | Jun 3, 2025 | Mortgage
When you are ready to buy a home, it is natural to shop around for the best mortgage rate and terms. But you may have heard that submitting multiple loan applications can damage your credit score and throw a wrench in your homebuying plans. Here is the truth behind...
