“Seller Buydown” seems to be a very trendy phrase these days since interest rates have moved higher. There are a couple different types of Seller Buydowns that help make homes more affordable for potential home buyers. [Read more…]
I’ve moved!
November 11, 2022 by Leave a Comment
After 23 years of helping people with their mortgage needs at Mortgage Master Service Corporation, I have made a move to New American Funding. You can still reach me at my same phone number and email. And you can still click the “Get Approved” link above to start a loan application with me. I am still here to help you (and anyone you care about) with your home loans. [Read more…]
Before Applying for a Mortgage, Opt Out First
October 12, 2022 by Leave a Comment
UPDATE December 11, 2025: Since writing this post, this practice is supposed to end sometime in Spring of 2026 – HOWEVER, I still highly recommend taking these steps to protect your credit.
WARNING: Rant ahead!
When you meet with a mortgage professional and allow them to pull your credit so that you can be prequalified for a mortgage to buy or refinance a home, your information is provided to countless other lenders. Before you become furious with your mortgage lender, please know that it’s not their fault! [Read more…]
Holy cats! My credit card interest rates!
July 15, 2022 by Leave a Comment
I decided to take my own advice that I’ve been dishing out about credit cards and debts. Today I reviewed my credit card accounts to see what my current interest rates are. I’m pretty lucky to have great credit and that I’m able to pay off my debts monthly. [Read more…]
Another reason to pay off your credit card debts
July 11, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Yesterday I read an interesting article in the Seattle Times about how (and why) to pay off your credit card debt as soon as possible. The article warns of a slowing economy and future rate hikes by the Fed, which will translate to higher interest rates on credit card debt. In addition to the higher rates, the slower economy may cause some people to have reduced income which will be more challenging with the high interest rate debt.
The article encourages readers to have an emergency savings fund and to focus on paying off credit card debt. [Read more…]
