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Cory Thompson July 24, 2024

Financing Home Improvements with Renovation Loans

As a mortgage originator, I often encounter homeowners and buyers looking for ways to finance their home improvement projects. Renovation loans offer a fantastic solution, enabling you to upgrade and personalize your home while incorporating the cost into your mortgage.

Filed Under: Construction Loan Tagged With: FHA 203(k), Mortgage, Renovation Loans

Cory Thompson July 23, 2024

The Importance of Employment History in Mortgage Approval and How Job Changes Impact Your Chances

When you’re applying for a mortgage, lenders scrutinize several aspects of your financial life to determine your eligibility. One crucial factor that can significantly influence the outcome is your employment history. Consistent and stable employment demonstrates to lenders that you have a reliable income stream, which reduces their risk in lending you money

Filed Under: Home Mortgage Tagged With: Employment History, Financial Stability, Mortgage

Cory Thompson July 22, 2024

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 22nd, 2024

The week after the inflation data reports was expected to be relatively quiet, with the most significant event being a meeting with Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. He remained tight-lipped about when rate cuts would happen, but given his demeanor, he did not deny that rate cuts were on the way — simply that he would not indicate when they would arrive. This has only confirmed to lending partners and the broader market that they were right to feel optimistic that rate cuts are possible before the end of the year.

There were a few cyclical reports released, with the Economic Indicators report taking the lead and the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book being among the highlights.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Jobless Claims, Mortgage Rates

Cory Thompson July 19, 2024

How to Manage a Mortgage After a Career Change

A career change is usually an exciting journey, it offers new opportunities and growth. It can also bring challenges when you have a mortgage to manage. Balancing a new job and financial commitments can be stressful, but with the right strategies, you can stay on top of your mortgage payments and maintain your financial stability.

Filed Under: Mortagage Tips Tagged With: Career Change, Financial Planning, Mortgage

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Cory Thompson

Cory Thompson


Mortgage Loan Originator
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