by Chris Kobz, SVP & Director of California Employee Loan Program | Nov 13, 2024 | Home Buying, Home Refinance, Market Update, Mortgage Rates
With all the news about the Federal Reserve lowering rates, you’d think mortgage rates would be plummeting. Unfortunately, it hasn’t quite played out that way—mortgage rates have actually been inching up! So, what gives? Fed Cuts vs. Mortgage Rates: A Misunderstood...
by Chris Kobz, SVP & Director of California Employee Loan Program | Nov 5, 2024 | First Time Home Buyers, Home Buying, Home Prices, Market Update, Mortgage Rates
With the presidential election around the corner, mortgage rates might be feeling the effects, depending on who wins. Here’s a quick look at what could happen: Rates Are Rising Mortgage rates have increased in recent weeks, influenced by market expectations...
by Chris Kobz, SVP & Director of California Employee Loan Program | Sep 26, 2024 | First Time Home Buyers, Home Buying, Technical Mortgages
If you’re self-employed or have income that’s hard to show through tax returns or pay stubs, getting a mortgage might seem tricky. But don’t worry—there’s a loan just for you: the bank statement loan. In this guide, I’ll walk you through what it is, how it...
