by Lora Behm | Jul 25, 2025 | Education
Two Common Mistakes Self-Employed People Make When Prepping for a Mortgage Being self-employed comes with a lot of flexibility, but it also means you need to plan ahead when it comes to getting a mortgage. Over the years, I’ve seen two mistakes pop up again and again...
by Lora Behm | Jul 21, 2025 | Education
Thinking About Buying a Rental Property? Here’s What You Need to Know About Mortgage Rates.. Did you know rental properties usually come with higher mortgage rates? It’s true—and there’s a good reason for it. Lenders see rentals as riskier investments. Why?...
by Lora Behm | Jul 16, 2025 | Education
Found the Perfect House, But It Needs Some Work? You know the one: perfect layout, amazing location—but the floors are dated or the kitchen is crying out for a remodel. Here’s something a lot of people don’t realize: You can actually borrow more money from the bank to...
by Lora Behm | Jul 7, 2025 | Education
Worried About Not Qualifying When Your Renewal Comes Up? You’re not alone—this is something I have hearing about a lot lately. With people coming up to renewal from COVID rates and higher interest rates these days, it’s a common concern. But here’s the good news: If...
by Lora Behm | Jun 24, 2025 | Education
Two Things That Can Seriously Impact Your Mortgage Approval When it comes to getting a mortgage, most people focus on income, credit score, and down payment—but there are two other big factors that can affect your approval, and they often catch people off guard. ...