Posts Tagged ‘home buying’
Non-QM Mortgage Loans – Pros, Cons, and Use Cases
As the mortgage industry has evolved, traditional mortgage products haven’t met the needs of every borrower. This is where Non-Qualified Mortgages (Non-QM) come into play. Non-QM mortgages are specialized loan products that offer flexible lending options for borrowers who may not meet the more stringent requirements of conventional mortgages. As with all loan products, Non-QM mortgages come…
Read MoreIs It a Good Time to Buy a House?
Is It a Good Time to Buy a House? This question is one of the most common questions we see from consumers, investors, real estate agents, and many others with interest in the real estate market. The answer is ‘yes’. But it also depends on your specific situation, what’s important to you, and where…
Read MoreWhat Is a Mortgage Rate Lock?
What is a Mortgage Rate Lock? A mortgage rate lock allows customers in need of mortgage financing to “lock” in their interest rate. This is an important feature of mortgages because the markets that influence mortgage rates (Mortgage backed securities, or MBS) trade each day and in certain markets can be very volatile. Rates can…
Read MoreMasonMac’s Lock & Shop Loan Program
In a volatile interest rate market, one of the most stressful parts of home buying can be trying to find the perfect home while trying to keep track of rates, payments, and affordability. In a relatively calm market, it may not be a big deal, but in 2022, when rates have moved upward faster than any time…
Read MoreWill Inflation Go Down?
Will Inflation Go Down? There’s a lot of economic jargon being tossed around in headlines these days, and one of the hot topics out there is inflation. To start, it’s important to understand what inflation is. When the value of a currency diminishes, the result is inflation – basically, you get less for the…
Read MoreHome Prices – The Market is Affordable!
Homes Are More Affordable Than They Seem In today’s world of competitive markets, short inventory, and rising purchase prices, things are tough for home buyers (and sellers, too!). With sharp appreciation and bidding wars becoming more common, it seems the market is unaffordable, but when diving into the data, it appears that throughout the US,…
Read MoreCan I Buy a Home If I Have Debt?
Can I Buy a Home With Debt? When it comes to buying a home, many people are concerned with their debts. Headlines frequently discuss student loan debt, and how it holds people back from home ownership – particularly the millenial generation. Another easy “fact” to find online is that lenders want your total debt,…
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