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Labor Day and Your Loan: Strategic Steps for Homebuyers Eyeing a September Move

October 15, 2026August 5, 2026 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
Labor Day and Your Loan: Strategic Steps for Homebuyers Eyeing a September Move

Understanding the Timing of a September Move Labor day and your loan deserve careful coordination if you’re planning a September move, since many prospective homebuyers use this traditional …

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Navigating The August Homebuying Rush: Expert Tips To Secure A Mortgage Before Labor Day

October 15, 2026July 29, 2026 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
Navigating The August Homebuying Rush

Navigating The August Homebuying Rush — For a rental buyer, the rush is mostly noise.

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Beat The Back-to-school Rush

October 15, 2026July 22, 2026 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
Beat The Back-to-school Rush

Beat The Back-to-school Rush: Smart Mortgage Strategies For Securing Your New Family Home Before August Ends — what investors need to know, from Lendmire.

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Beat The Heat: Top Mortgage Tips For Buying Your Dream Home During The August Market Surge

October 15, 2026July 15, 2026 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
Beat The Heat

Beat The Heat — August is not a surge.

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How DSCR Loans Work: Qualify on Rental Income, Not Tax Returns

October 15, 2026May 21, 2026 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
lendmire dscr loans explained 2026

Real estate investors purchased 33%–34% of all single-family homes in 2025, the highest share in five years. The comprehensive 2026 guide to DSCR loans — how they work, how to qualify, and how to scale a rental portfolio past Fannie/Freddie limits.

Categories Buying a Home, First Time Home Buyer, Investment Properties

Maximizing Your Tax Refund: How Homebuyers Can Leverage Returns for Down Payments This Spring

October 15, 2026March 3, 2026 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
Maximizing Your Tax Refund: How Homebuyers Can Leverage Returns for Down Payments This Spring

Introduction As tax season approaches, many individuals and families see maximizing your tax refund as an opportunity to strengthen their homebuying position. For prospective homebuyers, this annual financial …

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How Self-employed Borrowers Qualify For Bank Statement Loans In 2026?

October 15, 2026February 25, 2026 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
How Self-employed Borrowers Qualify For Bank Statement Loans In 2026?

The lender averages eligible deposits, applies an expense factor if the statements are business accounts, and gets a monthly income figure.

Categories Bank Statement Loans, Buying a Home, In the news, Learn, Mortgage News, Mortgage Tips

What Underwriting Really Looks For In A Mortgage Loan?

October 15, 2026February 4, 2026 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
What Underwriting Really Looks For In A Mortgage Loan?

No single number decides it. The combination does, and each file is reviewed individually, subject to lender guidelines.

Categories Buying a Home, First Time Home Buyer

Understanding the Cost of Waiting to Buy a Home

October 8, 2026December 2, 2025 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
Understanding the Cost of Waiting to Buy a Home

Waiting Can Feel Safe—But It Often Comes at a Cost For many potential homebuyers, waiting until prices drop or conditions feel favorable seems like the safe move. But …

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Categories Buying a Home, First Time Home Buyer

Spring 2025 Housing Market: What Buyers Need to Know

September 26, 2026April 8, 2025 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
Spring 2025 Housing Market: What Buyers Need to Know

Why Spring is a Prime Time for Real Estate Spring consistently ranks as one of the most active seasons in real estate—and for good reason. The weather improves, …

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Categories Buying a Home, First Time Home Buyer, Mortgage Tips, Real Estate Tips

How to Improve Your Mortgage Approval Chances

October 15, 2026March 13, 2025 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
How to Improve Your Mortgage Approval Chances

Improve your mortgage approval chances by addressing the financial factors lenders evaluate most carefully. Getting approved for a mortgage is an exciting step toward homeownership, but it requires …

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Categories Buying a Home, Credit

How Rising Interest Rates Impact Your Homebuying Power

October 15, 2026February 4, 2025 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
How Rising Interest Rates Impact Your Homebuying Power

Interest rates are one of the most important factors to consider when buying a home, as rates impact your homebuying power by determining your monthly payment and total …

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Categories Buying a Home, First Time Home Buyer

15-year Vs. 30-year Mortgage: Which One Is Right For You?

October 15, 2026January 8, 2025 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
15-year Vs. 30-year Mortgage

The 15-year fits an investor with strong rent, ample cash, and a goal of owning the property free and clear sooner.

Categories Buying a Home, First Time Home Buyer

Finding Your Perfect Mortgage Broker in West Jefferson, NC

October 15, 2026April 14, 2024 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
Finding Your Perfect Mortgage Broker in West Jefferson, NC

Finding Your Perfect Mortgage Broker in West Jefferson, NC: Why Lendmire Stands Out Are you in the market for a new home in the picturesque West Jefferson area …

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5 Crucial Questions to Ask a Mortgage Professional Before Buying a Home

October 16, 2026January 22, 2024 by Brandon Miller, CEO, NMLS# 1129696
5 Crucial Questions to Ask a Mortgage Professional Before Buying a Home

When it comes to purchasing a home, securing the right mortgage is a pivotal step in the process. To ensure you make informed decisions and choose the mortgage …

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