Blog Articles | Michael Braun
Sep 27, 2022

Is the Housing Market Finally Settling Down?

Stories of frequent and intense bidding wars have dominated real estate headlines for months. With the number

Sep 19, 2022

10 Tips for Better Password Security

If your personal data is compromised, weak passwords can lead to serious consequences. And as we see a record number of data breaches every year, it’s more important than ever to start investing time into creating stronger passwords.

Sep 12, 2022

How to Compete With Cash Offers Without Sacrificing Your Budget

When house hunting, money matters- especially in a hot market. But borrowers can still find ways to be the

Aug 9, 2022

How to Combat High Rates With a 2-1 Temporary Buydown Loan

With increasing mortgage rates, many borrowers are looking for loan options to help combat higher monthly

Aug 2, 2022

Navigating a Mortgage During a Divorce

Navigating the divorce process requires a true understanding of all lending guidelines, products, and

Jul 7, 2022

Fannie Mae Retires Temporary COVID-19 Guideline for Self-Employed Borrowers

On February 2, 2022, Fannie Mae announced the removal of temporary COVID-19 requirements for

Jul 1, 2022

Why A Non-QM Loans Might Be For You

Are you a self-employed borrower? Do you own your own business, and have maybe struggled to obtain financing?

Jun 30, 2022

Housing market reaches a turning point in 2022

There’s no denying the housing market has delivered a fair share of challenges to homebuyers over the

May 3, 2022

Medical debt to be excluded from millions of credit reports

The three credit bureaus, Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion, announced that millions of U.S. consumers will

Apr 5, 2022

What You Need To Budget for When Buying a Home

When it comes tobuying a home, it can feel a bit intimidating to know how much you need to

Mar 28, 2022

3 Ways to Cancel Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) on a Conventional Loan

Designed to protect lenders if a borrower stops making payments on their loan, private mortgage insurance

Mar 22, 2022

The Average Homeowner Gained More Than $55K in Equity over the Past Year

If you’re a current homeowner, you should know your net worth just got a big boost. It comes in

Mar 14, 2022

Using Crypto to Buy a Home: Everything You Need to Know

Cryptocurrency continues to gain popularity as an investment vehicle, as well as a means of payment for goods

Mar 8, 2022

Supply and Demand in Housing

Feb 22, 2022

Debunking 5 Common Credit Inquiry Myths

Paying down your debts or generating more income are practical ways to improve your DTI ratio. Always speak with your trusted mortgage advisor to find solutions for improving your DTI ratio as well as your credit score.