Blog Articles | Michael Braun
Aug 31, 2023

Why Your Mortgage Payments May Have Recently Changed, Understanding How Your Property Taxes Affect Your Escrow Account

When it comes to property taxes, the amount each homeowner pays annually can vary depending on local tax

Aug 1, 2023

A More Accessible Path to Homeownership in New Jersey

Rising mortgage rates have recently affected housing affordability and buyer’s purchasing power.

Jul 25, 2023

We’re Here to Help: 3 Ways to Prevent Unsolicited Mortgage Offers, Current Legality of Trigger Leads

What do applying for a mortgage, financing a new car, and opening a new credit card have in common? An influx

Jul 11, 2023

What Qualifies for a Bedroom? 7 Things to Look for When Buying or Selling Your Home

Welcome to the world of real estate, where not everything is as it seems. Unfortunately, placing a bed in any

Jul 6, 2023

3 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Climate and Weather Risks

Florida hurricanes, earthquakes in California, tornadoes in the Midwest- there are geographical and weather

Jun 27, 2023

Putting Off Buying a Home Comes at a Price

Buy now, or wait until rates decrease? That’s the question prospective homeowners are struggling to

Jun 6, 2023

Avoid Becoming a Victim of These Latest Identity Theft Tactics

Cybercriminals are diversifying their tactics and using stealthier methods to commit identity theft and

May 30, 2023

Credit Card Debt Hits All-Time High: Should You Refinance to Consolidate?

Americans have an absolute mountain of credit card debt- currently $986 billion, to be exact. On top

May 23, 2023

Why Buyers Need an Expert Agent by Their Side

The process of buying a home can feel a bit intimidating, even under normal circumstances. But today's market is still anything but normal. There continues to be a very limited number of homes for sale, and that’s creating bidding wars and driving home prices back up as buyers compete over the available homes.

Apr 27, 2023

Facts, Not Headlines: Understanding the New Loan Level Price Adjustments

Starting May 1, upfront fees for loans backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will see changes in the Loan

Apr 20, 2023

Spring Cleaning: How to Sustainably Donate Your Unwanted Items

With Earth Day coming up on April 22nd, it seems like the perfect occasion to begin some spring cleaning.

Mar 29, 2023

Rates are Forecasted to Rise, Now Could Be a Good Time to Consider an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM)

It’s easy to understand why predictable, Fixed-Rate Mortgages are a popular choice. However, the

Mar 29, 2023

12 Variables That Affect Your Mortgage Interest Rate

Every transaction type and borrower’s individual financial profile can influence their borrowing costs.

Mar 22, 2023

Home Buyer’s Edge: How to Get Your Offer Accepted in 3 Easy Steps

Getting a Full Credit Approval can save you the frustration of getting your offers rejected in today’s

Mar 9, 2023

Your Digital Legacy: Emergency SOS Features, Legacy Contacts, and More

Setting up emergency features only takes a minute, but they can be vital in a crisis. Emergency SOS