by Chris Kobz, SVP & Director of California Employee Loan Program | Dec 10, 2024 | Home Buying, Real Estate
Why Buying a Home Can Help Build Wealth Over Time For many, buying a home is the largest financial decision they’ll ever make—and it’s also one of the most effective ways to build wealth. While renting is simply an expense, homeownership offers an opportunity to grow...
by Chris Kobz, SVP & Director of California Employee Loan Program | Dec 3, 2024 | First Time Home Buyers, Home Buying, Market Update, Real Estate
More Buying Power for Homebuyers in 2025: Conforming Loan Limits Raised to $806,500! Big news for homebuyers—your purchasing power just got a boost! The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has announced an increase in the conforming loan limit for...
by Chris Kobz, SVP & Director of California Employee Loan Program | Nov 26, 2024 | First Time Home Buyers, Home Buying, Real Estate
Investing in real estate as early as possible is one of the smartest financial decisions you can make, especially if you’re in California, where programs like bond initiatives can help you purchase a home with no down payment. These opportunities make entering the...
by Chris Kobz, SVP & Director of California Employee Loan Program | Nov 19, 2024 | First Time Home Buyers, Home Buying, Real Estate, Technical Mortgages
Ever wondered how some investors in their 20s manage to own 20 (or more!) properties before they even hit 30? It’s not because they’ve won the lottery or inherited millions. Their secret? DSCR Loans (Debt Service Coverage Ratio Loans). At Fairway, we specialize in...
by Chris Kobz, SVP & Director of California Employee Loan Program | Oct 3, 2024 | Credit, Home Buying, Real Estate, Technical Mortgages
At Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp, we’re committed to providing you with a seamless and stress-free mortgage experience. One of the ways we achieve this is by using soft credit pulls for prequalification. Why Soft Credit Pulls Matter Soft credit pulls...
by Chris Kobz, SVP & Director of California Employee Loan Program | Sep 10, 2024 | Market Update, Mortgage Rates, Real Estate
Did you hear? Mortgage rates are at a 15-month low right now, and with the Fed cutting rates, they might drop even more. If you’ve been thinking about refinancing your mortgage, this could be a great time to do it and save some money. But before jumping in, let’s...
