by David Steinbrugge | May 18, 2026
With interest rates fluctuating, first-time homebuyers in Oregon and Washington are searching for creative ways to afford a home. You might have heard whispers about a “secret weapon” called an assumable mortgage. But what exactly is it, and is it too good...
by David Steinbrugge | Sep 25, 2024
Pre-Approval Why it’s important: Pre-approval gives you an estimate of how much you can afford to borrow, making you a more serious buyer to sellers. How to get pre-approved: Contact a mortgage broker (like us!) and provide them with your financial information,...
by David Steinbrugge | Sep 8, 2024
Overtime Income and Your Mortgage: Decoding Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Guidelines Planning to buy a home and rely on overtime income to beef up your qualifying amount? It’s crucial to understand how mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac view this extra...
by David Steinbrugge | Jun 25, 2024
Great question! A non-qualified mortgage (non-QM) is a type of home loan that is designed to help home buyers who cannot meet the strict criteria of a traditional (or QM) mortgage. For instance, if you are self-employed or do not have all the necessary documentation...
by David Steinbrugge | Mar 2, 2024
Are you considering buying a rural home but not sure how to finance it? Look no further than the USDA rural financing program! This program is specifically designed to help individuals and families purchase homes in rural areas with low to moderate incomes. But before...
by David Steinbrugge | Feb 24, 2024
An Incredible Opportunity To Help With Home Affordability. It’s exciting when a loan product can help you can offer a Conventional 1% Down program – and we can! When income-qualified borrowers put 1% down, our lender pays an additional 2% toward the down...