One of the biggest misconceptions in lending is that timing does not matter. Many borrowers have been encouraged to take another loan simply because someone wanted a commission. That approach never leads to long term success. Good financing should always be based on numbers, not pressure. That is why I prefer to sit down with clients and walk through real calculations. I want them to see the full picture. When the timing is right, we move forward together. When it is not, I s

Most buyers take their tax returns at face value. They believe the income on that document is the final word on what they can afford. But for business owners, the numbers on a tax return rarely tell the full story. After years of write offs, deductions, expenses, and adjustments, the income that appears on a tax return can look far smaller than what a business owner actually earns. That is exactly why so many buyers feel stuck, assuming they can only qualify for less than the

There’s a powerful alternative to cutting home prices that many sellers and agents overlook. It’s called a permanent mortgage buydown . Here’s how it works: Instead of reducing the home’s price by, say, $10,000 or $15,000, that same amount can be used to lower the buyer’s interest rate permanently. This means their mortgage payment stays lower for the entire life of the loan. At a time when affordability is top of mind, this strategy can make a home far more attractive to buy

In my 30 years of mortgage experience, I’ve seen a consistent truth—agents who understand how financing works are the ones closing the most deals. It’s not just about showing homes or writing offers. It’s about understanding the numbers behind the deal and knowing how to position a buyer for success. That’s why I started hosting small, hands-on workshops for Realtors and brokers. We sit together, share real scenarios, and break down financing strategies that make offers stron