by Irene Moustakas | Sep 30, 2026 | Industry News
If you’re buying a new primary residence and planning to rent out your current home rather than sell it, a recent Fannie Mae guideline update could make it easier to qualify for your next mortgage. Your current home becomes what lenders call a “departing residence.”...
by Irene Moustakas | Aug 31, 2026 | Uncategorized
If you are thinking about buying or selling a condominium, you may have noticed that condo financing has become more complicated over the past few years. A buyer can be financially well-qualified, have a strong credit score, and have enough money for a down payment,...
by Irene Moustakas | Aug 25, 2026 | Featured, Loan Programs and Products
If you’ve been looking into financing an investment property, you’ve probably come across the term DSCR loan. But what exactly is it, and who is it designed for? A Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) loan is a type of mortgage designed specifically for real...
by Irene Moustakas | Jul 28, 2026 | 1st Time Homebuyers, Loan Programs and Products
If you’re self-employed, own a business, work as an independent contractor, or earn income that’s difficult to document through traditional pay stubs and W2s, you’ve probably wondered whether qualifying for a mortgage is even possible. The good news?...
by Irene Moustakas | Jul 22, 2026 | Industry News, Loan Programs and Products
If you’ve been thinking about tapping into your home’s equity, you’ve probably heard the term digital HELOC. But what exactly does that mean, and is it different from a traditional home equity line of credit? The short answer? The loan itself is...