Brooke Kalama

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What’s the Difference Between a Jumbo and a Super Conforming Loan?

What’s the Difference Between a Jumbo and a Super Conforming Loan?

If you are hoping to buy a home in one of the country’s pricier markets, you may need a special type of mortgage. The main two are jumbo loans and super conforming loans. Here’s what you need to know about each one and which is right for you:

Feb 03, 2021 | Jumbo Loans

6 Tips for Saving a Down Payment as a Renter

6 Tips for Saving a Down Payment as a Renter

Homeownership is the American Dream, and yet with house prices on the rise, it can sometimes feel unattainable if you’re still trying to make a rent payment each month. The average U.S. rent for a two-bedroom apartment as of June 2020 was $1,917, ac

Jan 27, 2021 | First-time Homebuyers Purchasing a Home

Why ARM Loans Don’t Make Much Sense Right Now

Why ARM Loans Don’t Make Much Sense Right Now

If you are looking to buy a home soon or to refinance your current mortgage, you know that interest rates are very low.  In recent weeks, the average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is below 3%. In fact, rates have been setting record lows

Jan 20, 2021 | Interest Rates

4 Predictions for the 2021 Mortgage Market

4 Predictions for the 2021 Mortgage Market

The 2020 housing market surprised everyone by quickly bouncing back after slumping during the first few months of the coronavirus pandemic. What might the coming year hold as the country continues to fight its way through this crisis? The experts at the N

Jan 13, 2021 |

Mortgage Lingo 101

Mortgage Lingo 101

As a first-time home buyer, you will hear lots of words that you may not be familiar with. Just like every industry, the real estate market has its own lingo, and it can be confusing for newbies. Here is a list of the most common mortgage jargon to help y

Jan 06, 2021 |

Should I Pay Mortgage Taxes and Insurance on My Own?

Should I Pay Mortgage Taxes and Insurance on My Own?

When you buy a home or refinance, your lender will talk about setting up an “escrow” account. They may also refer to the charges in that account at “impounds.” If you are new to mortgage loans, you may not understand what these ter

Dec 30, 2020 | Mortgage Advice