by Lora Behm | Feb 6, 2026 | Education
Mortgage Renewal Coming Up? You Have More Time Than You Think When people think about mortgage renewals, they often wait until the renewal letter shows up from their lender. By that point, it can feel rushed, stressful, and like there aren’t many options. The reality...
by Lora Behm | Jan 29, 2026 | Education
What Credit Score Do You Actually Need to Get a Mortgage? One of the most common questions I get is about credit scores — specifically, what score you actually need to qualify for a mortgage and whether a higher score always means a better rate. What Is Considered...
by Lora Behm | Jan 21, 2026 | Education
Fixed vs. Variable Mortgages: How to Decide With variable rates now lower than fixed rates at many lenders, more people are considering variable mortgages again. But choosing fixed versus variable isn’t a one-size-fits-all decision — it really depends on why you’re...
by Lora Behm | Jan 16, 2026 | Education
Using Child Tax Credit and Child Support to Qualify for a Mortgage When getting pre-approved, one of the most common things I see is income being left off — and sometimes, that missing income can make a real difference. Many people don’t realize that Child Tax Credit...
by Lora Behm | Jan 12, 2026 | Education
Bridge Financing: Why It’s So Confusing (and When You Actually Need It) Bridge financing is one of the most confusing topics in mortgages — and honestly, it can be confusing for me too! But when you need it, understanding how it works can save you a lot of stress....