If your home is struggling to stay warm and your energy bills keep climbing, it might be time to consider an upgrade. For many homeowners, a cash-out refinance is one way to fund energy-efficient improvements without turning to credit cards or personal lo
Aug 21, 2025 | Refinancing a Home
VA Loan Termite Inspection Requirements Just Changed — Here's What You Need to Know As of July 1, 2025, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs quietly updated its policy regarding wood-destroying insect (WDI) and wood-destroying organism (WDO) insp
Aug 01, 2025 | Purchasing a Home Refinancing a Home VA Loans Guidelines
How to Improve Your Credit Score Before Buying a Home If you're dreaming of homeownership but worried your credit score might hold you back—you’re not alone. As a mortgage lender, I work with a lot of homebuyers who ask me the same question: &
Jul 18, 2025 | Purchasing a Home Refinancing a Home Interest Rates Credit
If you're a homeowner with strong equity, now could be a great time to take the next step in building your financial future. One option to consider is using a home equity loan to buy an investment property. This approach can help you grow your real estate
Jul 08, 2025 | Refinancing a Home
If you've ever thought refinancing your home was as challenging as climbing a mountain, you’re not alone. Fortunately, for homeowners with an FHA loan, the FHA Streamline Refinance program offers a simpler way to achieve lower payments and potential
Nov 05, 2024 | Refinancing a Home
On Wednesday, September 18, 2024, the Federal Reserve took a significant step, lowering its target interest rate for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic. The Fed's 50 basis point cut, from a 23-year high, sparked anticipation in financial markets.
Sep 19, 2024 | Refinancing a Home