Lora Behm

Porting Your Mortgage: What It Is & How It Works Porting a mortgage lets you take your current mortgage and move it to a new property—avoiding penalties and keeping your existing interest rate (a big win if it’s lower than today’s rates). You’ll still need to...

What It Looks Like to Work With Me Whether you’re buying your first home, refinancing, or investing in property, I know that the mortgage process can feel overwhelming. My job is to make it as clear, simple, and stress-free as possible—while finding the solution that...

Tips & Tricks to Build Up Your Credit Score  Your credit score plays a huge role in your financial life—from qualifying for a mortgage to getting approved for loans at better interest rates. The good news? With the right habits, you can improve your credit score...

Who’s on Your Home Buying Team? 🏡 Buying your first home is exciting—but it’s also a big project. The good news? You don’t have to do it alone! You’ll have a team of key players to guide you through every step. Here’s who you’ll want on your home buying dream...

Self-Employed? You Have More Options Than You Think  Being self-employed doesn’t have to make getting a mortgage feel impossible. In fact—there are lots of programs designed to help. But there’s one in particular that’s pretty amazing (and not enough people talk...

Ever Wondered How Mortgage Agents Get Paid? It’s a question I get a lot, especially from first-time buyers or anyone who’s always just walked into their bank for a mortgage. Here’s the simple answer: I get paid by the lender I place your mortgage with. And I only get...

Buying and Selling at the Same Time? Let's Talk Bridge Financing  So you’re buying a new home, but your closing date on the old house is after the new one. That can feel a little nerve-wracking—but don’t worry. There’s a solution for that. It’s called bridge...

Divorced or Separated? Or, have you not owned a house in 5 years?  You might still be a first time buyer. In the fall of 2024, the government rolled out a number of changes to make buying a home easier for first-time buyers. But here’s the thing—a lot of people think...

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...